Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, who serves as the Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the US and the Chinese Communist Party, has announced his decision to step down from this leadership position later this month. Krishnamoorthi expressed gratitude towards Leader Hakeem Jeffries for entrusting him with this role, highlighting his appointment as the first South Asian American to lead a Congressional Committee.
Reflecting on his tenure, Krishnamoorthi thanked his fellow lawmakers for their collaboration and focus on strengthening America’s competitiveness and security during his three-year leadership. He acknowledged the significant national and global impact of the committee’s work, which extended beyond addressing challenges from the Chinese Communist Party to promoting American innovation and economic strength.
Krishnamoorthi, who is currently running for the US Senate, emphasized the importance of nuanced and practical policy solutions in dealing with the strategic challenges posed by China. He expressed confidence in Leader Jeffries’ decision-making for appointing his successor and reiterated his commitment to working towards policies that uphold American values while ensuring competitiveness on the global stage.
