born 1973
Raja Krishnamoorthi is an American politician and attorney, serving as a U.S. Representative for Illinois's 8th congressional district since 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he is known for his work on issues related to technology, national security, and economic policy. Krishnamoorthi, who immigrated to the United States from India as a child, has also held positions in various government and nonprofit organizations prior to his congressional career.