On the recordAugust 21, 2026
Today this district made history by electing the first Afghan American to Congress.
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rollcall.comToday this district made history by electing the first Afghan American to Congress.
Celebrating her historic election as the first Afghan American in Congress.
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I am very proud of this district looking at the millions of dollars of outside money pouring in with false rhetoric, false narratives, and false records, and seeing through it and voting for me.
This victory belongs to the voters who made clear that our district cannot be bought.
From foster care to Congress, this journey shows the possibility of the American Dream.