Rep. Sharice Davids (KS-03) announced her endorsement of Dr. Tina Shah, July 17, 2025, in the Indian American physician’s campaign from New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, in the race for the November 3, 2026 general elections.
This is the first endorsement from a Member of Congress in the race to flip the 7th District, a press release from Shah’s campaign (http://www.drtinashahforcongress.com/) said.
The seat is currently held by two-term Congressman, Republican Thomas Kean Jr. and at least 8 Democrats, including Dr. Shah have declared their candidacies, according to information on the Ballotpedia website. The date for the Republican and Democratic primaries are yet to be announced.
“I’m proud to endorse Dr. Tina Shah for Congress in New Jersey’s 7th District,” Congresswoman Davids is quoted saying in the press release. “Tina has spent her career showing up for people — whether it’s at the bedside as a physician or advocating for smarter healthcare policy. She knows how to take on tough challenges, bring people together, and get things done. I know she’ll be a strong voice in Congress for working families — just like she’s always been.”
“I’m proud to have earned the support of Congresswoman Davids,” Shah said. “Congresswoman Davids has consistently stood up for her constituents and all Americans to address rising costs and increase healthcare access. I’ve dedicated my career to doing the same for my patients and my community, and I look forward to joining her in Congress to continue the work.”
Shah is an intensive care doctor, a triple board-certified physician, and has served under three presidential administrations, her campaign press release said. Among other positions, Dr. Shah was a Senior Advisor to US Surgeon General; She served as a Fellow and special advisor to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs serving as the first National Director of Clinician Wellbeing. She has also served in the private sector.
District 7 in New Jersey is among the most competitive districts according to news reports, and the Shah may face an uphill battle ousting the other Democrats running for the seat.
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