(Top L-R) Ghazala Hashmi, Zohran Mamdani, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Vivek Ramaswamy, Ro Khanna (Bottom L-R) Pramila Jayapal, Shri Thanedar, Jenifer Rajkumar, Ami Bera / File Photo

Indian-American elected officials and lawmakers across the United States marked Thanksgiving with messages of gratitude, community spirit and reflections on public service.

Rep. Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) said she was “beyond thankful” to represent her constituents, adding, “Wishing you a holiday filled with love, joy, and justice.”

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Rep. Shri Thanedar (MI-13)  thanked residents of Michigan’s 13th District for the “honor” of electing him, and used the occasion to acknowledge the contributions of America’s workforce. “From the weekend to better working conditions, all Americans owe a great deal of gratitude to working people,” he wrote, calling the labor movement a key source of progress.

Happy Thanksgiving! I’m beyond thankful to represent you, fight for you, and organize for progress alongside you.

Wishing you a holiday filled with love, joy, and justice. pic.twitter.com/IgOXJ8KaI4

— Rep. Pramila Jayapal (@RepJayapal) November 27, 2025

California Congressman Ro Khanna described Thanksgiving as a moment to “give thanks for our blessings and give back to those around us,” adding that he was grateful for “the privilege to represent CA-17 at such challenging times for our nation.”

Happy Thanksgiving! This is a time to give thanks for our blessings and give back to those around us. I am thankful for family and friends, and the privilege to represent CA-17 at such challenging times for our nation.

— Rep. Ro Khanna (@RepRoKhanna) November 27, 2025

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) urged to reflect on gratitude amid national challenges. “I hope everyone… takes time to reflect on what we are grateful for and how we can carry that spirit forward,” he posted.

Happy Thanksgiving! With many challenges facing our communities, I hope everyone gathering around the table with friends, family, and loved ones takes time to reflect on what we are grateful for and how we can carry that spirit forward. pic.twitter.com/dLAoSkAyVF

— Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (@CongressmanRaja) November 27, 2025

Rep. Ami Bera (CA-06) extended wishes “from my family to yours,” noting he was “especially grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of Sacramento County.” He encouraged Americans to “extend a helping hand to those who may be going without a warm meal or loved ones by their side.”

From my family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

Today, I’m especially grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of Sacramento County.

As we gather with loved ones, let’s take a moment to appreciate all that we have and to extend a helping hand to those who may be going… pic.twitter.com/6TwwvNIxOA

— Ami Bera, M.D. (@RepBera) November 27, 2025

New York City Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani offered a characteristically lighthearted greeting: “Happy Thanksgiving from the ice cream aisle. Thankful for our city.”

Happy Thanksgiving from the ice cream aisle.

Thankful for our city. pic.twitter.com/TU7psrzzH3

— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) November 27, 2025

Gubernatorial candidate and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy shared: “So grateful for the simple things that matter most: a loving family and an incredible country that allows us to pursue our dreams every day.”

So grateful for the simple things that matter most: a loving family and an incredible country that allows us to pursue our dreams every day. Wherever you’re celebrating, we hope you’re surrounded by the people you love & cherish too. Happy Thanksgiving!

— Vivek Ramaswamy (@VivekGRamaswamy) November 27, 2025

He also exchanged a playful moment on X after a user joked about his “American cosplay” ahead of the holiday. Ramaswamy replied simply: “Happy Thanksgiving,” followed by a wink emoji.

Happy Thanksgiving in advance! https://t.co/bmzUAVcQrx

— Vivek Ramaswamy (@VivekGRamaswamy) November 27, 2025

Virginia Lieutenant Governor–elect Ghazala Hashmi highlighted the emotional weight of the day for families missing loved ones. “For those of us missing loved ones around the table, may our hearts be comforted by sweet memories,” she said.

Wishing everyone a holiday filled with the special joy of time spent with family and friends.

For those of us missing loved ones around the table, may our hearts be comforted by sweet memories. pic.twitter.com/gQCH0SJEY2

— Senator Hashmi (@SenatorHashmi) November 27, 2025

New York Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar posted images from her district’s annual turkey distribution drive. “I was proud to procure and distribute HUNDREDS of turkeys to the people of South Queens,” she wrote. “Nonstop public service is how I roll! Happy Thanksgiving to all!”

More scenes from my EPIC Thanksgiving turkey drive at my district office. I was proud to procure and distribute HUNDREDS of turkeys to the people of South Queens. Nonstop public service is how I roll!

Happy Thanksgiving to all! pic.twitter.com/GbpAmZDzRB

— Jenifer Rajkumar (@JeniferRajkumar) November 26, 2025

Thanksgiving, observed on the fourth Thursday of November, remains one of the United States’ most widely celebrated holidays — a day centered on gratitude, family gatherings, and community support.