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Supreme Court Showdown to Decide Fate of President Trump’s Global Tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court will on November 5, 2025, hear one of the most consequential trade cases in decades — Learning Resources, Inc. v. Donald J. Trump — a legal…
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Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman Welcomes Federal Court Ruling Ensuring SNAP Funding During Shutdown
Maryland Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman has welcomed a federal judge’s ruling requiring the federal government to release funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing federal shutdown.…
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Indian American Democratic Leaders Endorse Educator Jon Pepper for Loudoun County School Board
Longtime Northern Virginia educator, and Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) parent Jon Pepper, who is contesting for the Dulles District seat on the Loudoun County School Board, has received major…
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Town of Leesburg in Virginia Proclaims October as Hindu Heritage Month
The Town of Leesburg, Virginia, has officially proclaimed October 2025 as “Hindu Heritage Month,” at the Town Council meeting on October 28, recognizing the Hindu community’s profound cultural and spiritual…
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AAPI Victory Fund Launches “Civic Playground for Creators” to Empower Digital Storytellers as Agents of Democracy
In an innovative move to engage diverse audiences through authentic storytelling, the AAPI Victory Fund has launched a new initiative titled “Civic Playground for Creators.” The program aims to harness…
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Indian American Leaders Rally for Voter Engagement at “Diwali Day of Action” in Northern Virginia
The Indian American (IA) Impact and the AAPI Victory Fund came together to host the “Diwali Day of Action” an event focused on civic participation, voter turnout, and community empowerment,…
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Rep. Suhas Subramanyam Commends Banks and Credit Unions for Supporting Federal Workers Amid Shutdown
As millions of federal employees missed their first full paycheck due to the ongoing government shutdown this week, Indian American Congressman Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) has commended several banks and credit…
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Exclusive: Ghazala Hashmi on Education, Equity, and Why Virginia Must Lead with Compassion
Virginia State Senator Ghazala Hashmi has built a life rooted in education, equity, and civic duty. An immigrant from Hyderabad, India and a longtime professor of American literature, she made…
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White House Says H1B Visa System “Spammed with Fraud,” Defends New Reforms Amid Shutdown and Legal Challenges
The White House has defended recent reforms to the H1B visa system, asserting that the program has been “spammed with fraud” for too long and that the President’s top priority…
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US Senator Mark Warner Calls India a “Major Global Power” at Diwali Celebration on Capitol Hill
At a Diwali celebration on Capitol Hill, U.S. Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) hailed India as a “major global power,” calling the U.S.-India relationship one of the most consequential in the…
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Rep. Ro Khanna Introduces ICE Oversight and Reform Resolution to Bolster Transparency and Civil Rights Protections
Indian American Congressman Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17) has introduced the ICE Oversight and Reform Resolution, calling for greater transparency, accountability, and adherence to constitutional protections in U.S. immigration enforcement operations.…
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Raja Krishnamoorthi Demands Accountability from DHS Amid Shutdown and Alleged Mistreatment of Journalists in Illinois
Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) has called for immediate accountability from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) over its conduct during the ongoing government shutdown — particularly the furlough…
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Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi Condemns ICE Violence in Hoffman Estates, Accuses Trump Administration of “Secrecy and Brutality”
Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has reaffirmed the authenticity of a viral video showing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents violently detaining individuals in Hoffman Estates, Illinois – confirming…
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Virginia 2025: GOP’s John Reid Talks Economic Growth, South Asian Outreach, and LGBTQ+ Rights
Republican nominee John Reid, a former WRVA radio host and veteran broadcaster, is running to become Virginia’s first openly gay Lieutenant Governor. In this wide-ranging conversation with South Asian Herald, on…
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Maryland Secretary of Higher Education Commends Global Tamil Diaspora at 12th World Tamils Economic Conference
Bethesda, Maryland: Maryland Secretary of Higher Education, Sanjay Rai, Ph.D., commended the legacy and contributions of the Tamil diaspora, describing their global role as a “celebration of that spirit” during the…
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USISPF Welcomes Senate Confirmation of Sergio Gor and S. Paul Kapur, Calls It a Boost for US-India Relations
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has congratulated Sergio Gor and S. Paul Kapur on their Senate confirmations as the next US Ambassador to India and Assistant Secretary of State…