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www.newsindiatimes.com – that’s all you need to know News India Times (January 10, 2025 - January 16, 2025) January 16, 2025 12 Community Rep. Ro Khanna Appointed Ranking Member Of The House Select Committee On China R epresentative Ro Khanna (CA-17) released the following statement on his appointment as Rank- ing Member of the United States House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party: “I am grateful to Leader Hakeem Jeffries for entrusting me to lead the Democrats on the committee, and to Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi for his dedication and leadership as Ranking Member for the past three years. I recognize the gravity of this moment. For decades, Americans have suffered the consequences of unfettered globalism— a widening trade deficit with China, the off- shoring of jobs, and the hollowing out of factory towns. A new economic patriotism must be at the forefront of our diplomacy with China. We need an economic and strategic reset to build critical industries at home, open lines of communication, prioritize effective military deterrence, and tackle the opioid crisis that has torn families and communities apart. We also need a Man- hattan Project to source and process criti- cal minerals so that we are not dependent on China for rare earths and magnets. As Ranking Member, I will be committed to strengthening our economy, revitalizing manufacturing, and putting American workers first. Together with the members of our committee, technology leaders in places like my district, in Silicon Valley, we can ensure that we lead in AI and innova- tion in the 21st century and guarantee economic security and prosperity for the American people.” Press Release PHOTOS:courtesyDr.Shukla Congressman Ro Khanna. D emocratic candidate for Con- gress Dr. Tina Shah, a former Biden and Obama administra- tion official, announced January 6, 2026, that she ended 2025 crossing the million-dollar threshold, raising $1,017,000, and becoming the fastest NJ- 07 Democratic candidate to this bench- mark. Shah is one of 8 Democrats vying for the party’s endorsement. The date for the Democratic primary is yet to be decided. Shah has been endorsed by the Indian American Impact Fund, a leading PAC fo- cused on the community up and down the ballot, from school boards to Congress. Her campaign called that achievement an indication of Dr. Shah’s momentum and one which “establishes her as the top candidate to defeat Republican incum- bent Tom Kean Jr. in one of the most com- petitive races in the country this year.” Shah enters 2026 with nearly $650,000 on hand, according to her campaign. The latest filing with the Federal Election Commission is not yet available (fec.gov), as of this report. Kean, who was elected to the US House of Representatives in 2023, is an attorney and former New Jersey State Assembly member. “I am so proud of the support our campaign has earned,” said Dr. Shah. “We need a representative who will lower costs for working families, protect reproductive rights, and ensure everyone has access to high-quality healthcare. New Jersey- ans are demanding leaders who will put patients over industry profits.” The Cook Political Report, a lead- ing rating agency, has made NJ-07 a top “toss-up” district race in the nation come November 3, 2026. Dr. Shah is an intensive care doctor, a triple board-certified physician, has served under three presidential adminis- trations, developing strategies to expand access to healthcare to veterans and lead- ing the first federal plan to combat the burnout that drove doctors and nurses out of the field. tion that the Raj Goyle for NewYork campaign is gaining strong momentum,” organizers added. Attendees heard Goyle, a former Kansas State Assem- bly member, share his vision and priorities for the office of Comptroller. In his remarks, Goyle emphasized his commitment to accountability, innovation, and affordability in the management of NewYork State’s finances, with a strong focus on building a more transparent and effective state government. Participants expressed confidence in his candidacy and optimism that he will prevail in the Democratic Primary—an especially consequential contest, as the Democratic Primary effectively determines the Novem- ber election, according to organizers. Apart from his other activities such as co-founding the Indian American Impact Project in 2017, Goyle founded Phone Free NewYork, which succeeded in achieving a ban on mobile devices in classrooms. Goyle has a B.S. from Duke University, and a law degree from Harvard Law School. He is the co-CEO of Bodhala, a data company focusing on the legal industry. The Office of the State Comptroller (osc.ny.gov) which overseas a multi-billion dollar budget, has the following responsibilities : • Protecting taxpayer funds by uncovering waste, fraud and abuse. • Managing the State pension fund. • Administering the State retirement system. • Returning millions in unclaimed funds. • Providing independent fiscal oversight on State, NewYork City and local finances. • Providing technical assistance and training to lo- cal government officials and school districts. • Reviewing State contracts and payments, main- taining the State’s accounting system and admin- istering the State payroll. PHOTO:@drtinashahforcongress.com PHOTOS:Courtesyorganizers Dr. Tina Shah Raises $1 Million Plus For NJ District 7 Congressional Race Indian Americans Host Fundraiser For Raj Goyle, Candidate For NY State Comptroller By a StaffWriter Dr. Tina Shah, candidate for US Congress from New Jersey’s District 7. Members of the Indian American community in tri-state held a fundraiser Jan. 4, 2026, for Raj Goyle. - Continued From Page 10