India, April 8 -- Since its founding in 1776, the United States has experienced multiple waves of immigration that have helped shape its culture. Often described as a "melting pot," the country has long been a place where people of diverse ethnicities and nationalities come together and contribute to society. Indian Americans, who make up roughly 1.6% of the US population, have established a strong presence in fields ranging from IT and business to politics.

While debates over immigration and representation continue, the impact of Indian-American politicians on American political discourse is increasingly hard to overlook.

Here is a look at 7 Indian-American politicians in the US:

Former US Vice President Kamala Harris was born in Cali...