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Melat Kiros becomes the first Gen Z woman elected to Congress

Melat Kiros becomes the first Gen Z woman elected to Congress
NPR News Wednesday 04 November 2026, 02:34 UTC By Elena Moore 1 min read
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The 29-year-old Ethiopian immigrant was one of several candidates to win with backing from the Democratic Socialists of America or its local chapters.(Image credit: Timothy Hurst)

The 29-year-old Ethiopian immigrant was one of several candidates to win with backing from the Democratic Socialists of America or its local chapters.

(Image credit: Timothy Hurst)

Melat Kiros (PERSON) Congress (ORG) Ethiopian (ORG) the Democratic Socialists of America (ORG) Timothy Hurst (PERSON)
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