Candidate dossier
U.S. House, Washington Congressional District 7
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In the news
Jayapal, who won 83.8% in the Aug. 4 primary, had $1.77M on hand; GOP nominee Nirav Sheth reported about $5,000.
The Seattle Times editorial board endorsed Jayapal for another term, calling her a 'stalwart defender of the Constitution.'
Jayapal led Northwest lawmakers demanding answers on whether ICE will buy Tacoma's privately run detention center.
Checked Oct 22, 2026
Candidate briefing
Pramila Jayapal represents Washington’s 7th Congressional District and has been a leading progressive voice in the House Democratic Caucus. An immigrant, organizer, and former state senator, she has pushed Medicare for All, immigration reform, and corporate accountability.
Why Political Revolution supports her: she builds progressive power inside Congress without losing sight of the movements that make change possible.
