Sikh American candidates registered significant victories in the November 3 US midterm elections, winning seats in state legislatures and the judiciary. From a historic breakthrough in Georgia to re-election victories in Michigan and Texas, the results highlighted the growing presence of Sikh Americans in the country’s political landscape.
Jyot Singh made history by becoming the first Sikh American elected to the Georgia General Assembly, while Ranjeev Puri retained his seat in Michigan. Manpreet Monica Singh also secured another term as a judge in Houston, Texas, and Tina Sodhi made history in New York’s judiciary.
Here is a list of Sikh American candidates who secured victories in the 2026 US midterm elections:
Candidate: Jyot Singh
District: Georgia House District 97
Party: Democrat
Sikh American Democrat Jyot Singh has made history by becoming the first Sikh American and the first Indian American elected to the Georgia General Assembly.
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Singh defeated Republican Yassin Moghazy in the November 3 midterm elections, winning 68% of the vote in the race for Georgia House District 97. The district covers parts of Duluth, Peachtree Corners, Norcross and Berkeley Lake in Gwinnett County.
A Yale-educated community organiser and civil rights advocate, Singh grew up in Norcross in a working-class family of Sikh immigrants from India. His campaign focused on issues including affordability, healthcare, housing, public education and the concerns of immigrant and working-class communities.
His victory marks a milestone for Sikh and Indian American political representation in Georgia.
Candidate: Ranjeev Puri
District: Michigan House District 24
Party: Democrat
Indian American Democrat Ranjeev Puri has won re-election to the Michigan House of Representatives, retaining his seat from District 24.
Puri defeated Republican challenger Allison Fuller, securing 66.2% of the vote, according to unofficial election results. He received 31,029 votes against Fuller’s 15,857.
Currently serving as the House Minority Leader, Puri is among the highest-ranking Sikh American elected officials in state legislative politics. With Democrats regaining control of the Michigan House, he is also expected to become the next speaker of the chamber, subject to a formal vote by the Democratic caucus.
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During his time in the legislature, Puri has been associated with efforts to strengthen gun violence prevention measures and promote green energy initiatives. His potential elevation to the speakership would mark another milestone for Indian American and Sikh American representation in state politics.
Candidate: Manpreet Monica Singh
Post: Judge, Houston, Texas
Manpreet Monica Singh has secured another term as a judge in Houston, Texas, continuing her career in the American judiciary.
Singh made history in 2022 when she became the first elected female Sikh judge in the United States. Born and raised in Houston to a family of Indian origin, she built a legal career spanning more than two decades before entering the judiciary.
Beyond her work in the courtroom, Singh has been involved in civil rights advocacy and has served on the board of the Sikh Coalition. She has also worked to promote religious equality and challenge discrimination against Sikh Americans.
Following the September 11 attacks in 2001, Singh became particularly committed to educating Americans about Sikhism and addressing the prejudice faced by the community.
Her re-election adds another chapter to her journey as a Sikh American woman in the American judicial system.
Candidate: Tina Sodhi
Post: Albany County Court Judge, New York
Tina Sodhi has made history in New York by becoming the first woman of South Asian Punjabi heritage elected as an Albany County Court judge.
Her victory marks a milestone for Punjabi American representation in the judiciary and adds to the growing presence of women from South Asian backgrounds in positions of public service.
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Sodhi’s election also reflects the expanding participation of the Indian American community in institutions beyond Congress and state legislatures.
Special mention: Ro Khanna
District: California’s 17th Congressional District
Party: Democrat
Although he is not Sikh, Indian American Congressman Ro Khanna deserves a special mention among Punjabi Americans who secured victories in the 2026 midterm elections.
Khanna won another term representing California’s 17th Congressional District in Silicon Valley, defeating Republican challenger Ritesh Tandon.
Born in Philadelphia to Punjabi immigrant parents, Khanna is a Punjabi Hindu, lawyer and economist known for his progressive views in the US House of Representatives.
Before entering Congress, he served as Deputy Assistant Secretary at the Department of Commerce during the Obama administration. He also co-chaired Bernie Sanders’ 2020 presidential campaign.
His latest victory extends his presence in Congress and adds to the representation of Punjabi Americans in US politics.