Raja Krishnamoorthi, aiming to become the first Indian American elected to the U.S. Senate, cast his early ballot in the Illinois Primary on March 2, marking a crucial phase in his campaign.
SCHAUMBURG, IL — Raja Krishnamoorthi is making a bid to become the first Indian American elected to the U.S. Senate. On March 2, he cast his early ballot in the Illinois Primary Election, signaling the beginning of the final 15-day stretch of his campaign.
Krishnamoorthi voted at the Trickster Cultural Center in Schaumburg, a community he has represented in Congress for nearly a decade. He was joined by his wife, Priya, along with friends, neighbors, and supporters.
After casting his ballot, Krishnamoorthi addressed voters, emphasizing the significance of civic engagement. “Today, alongside my wife, Priya, I was proud to cast my ballot and take part in the most fundamental act of our democracy,” he stated. “I encourage every Illinoisan to make a plan to vote and make your voice heard in this historic primary election. Over the next 15 days, my team and I will leave it all on the field, working nonstop to meet voters where they are and bring our message to every corner of Illinois.”
As early voting continues and the primary date approaches, Krishnamoorthi’s campaign is ramping up its outreach efforts across the state, aiming to connect with voters as they finalize their decisions in the closing weeks of the race.
According to India-West, the campaign is focused on ensuring that every voice is heard during this pivotal election period.