Who is Saikat Chakrabarti? Indian-origin man challenging Nancy Pelosi
Saikat Chakrabarti, ex-aide to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, will contest against Nancy Pelosi in 2026. He aims for California's 11th Congressional District. Chakrabarti said he respects Pelosi's service but seeks change. He believes the Democratic Party needs fresh ideas. Chakrabarti co-founded Justice Democrats. He aided Ocasio-Cortez's 2018 win. He faced criticism for social media posts. He also drew flak for a T-shirt choice.
Saikat Chakrabarti, ex-aide to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, will contest against Nancy Pelosi in 2026. He aims for California's 11th Congressional District. Chakrabarti said he respects Pelosi's service but seeks change. He believes the Democratic Party needs fresh ideas. Chakrabarti co-founded Justice Democrats. He aided Ocasio-Cortez's 2018 win. He faced criticism for social media posts. He also drew flak for a T-shirt choice.
