India, Oct. 13 -- An Indian-origin politician could reach a historic milestone in American state politics after the November 3, 2026, elections. Ranjeev Puri, the Democratic leader in Michigan's House of Representatives, could become the first India-American to serve as Speaker of a state House if Democrats win control of the chamber and his party selects him for the position.

The election could shape both the balance of power in Michigan and Puri's political future. Republicans currently control the 110-member House, while Democrat Gretchen Whitmer serves as governor. Democrats are seeking enough seats to take control of the chamber, which would open the way for a potential change in leadership.

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