# Indian American political engagement in 2026 US midterms > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-american-political-engagement-in-2026-us-midterms > Updated: 2026-10-30T17:59:34.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2. Recent polling and political activity indicate that Indian American voters are becoming an increasingly influential constituency in the 2026 US midterm elections. A survey by Indian American Impact shows that while most previous Trump supporters intend to remain with the Republican Party, 25 percent of those voters plan to support Democratic candidates. Key concerns driving this community include the cost of living, healthcare, employment, and education, alongside high reports of perceived discrimination. In response to this influence, candidates from both major parties have increased community outreach through cultural engagement and religious site visits. The political landscape features several Indian Americans seeking or holding office, including members of Congress such as Ami Bera, Pramila Jayapal, Suhas Subramanyam, and Ro Khanna, as well as local officials like Mayors Aftab Pureval and Pulkit Desai. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-30: Indian American voters and candidates in 2026 US midterms Indian American voters are becoming a decisive force in the 2026 US midterm elections, leading candidates to increase cultural outreach and engagement in key races. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-american-voters-and-candidates-in-2026-us-midterms ### 2026-10-27: South Asian Americans signal shift toward Democrats in upcoming midterms A new survey shows 25% of South Asian Americans who voted for Donald Trump in 2024 plan to support Democrats in the November midterms, citing cost of living and rising discrimination. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-american-voters-signal-shift-toward-democrats --- Cite as: Indian American political engagement in 2026 US midterms. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indian-american-political-engagement-in-2026-us-midterms