Kenyan-born Huldah Momanyi-Hiltsley has been re-elected to represent District 38A in the Minnesota House of Representatives in the United States of America. She won 9,852 votes, which is 71.8% of the total votes cast, while her Republican competitor Charlie Kistler garnered 3,840 votes, representing 28%. This victory marks her second term in the Minnesota Legislature.
Momanyi-Hiltsley was first elected to the Minnesota Legislature in 2024, becoming the first Kenyan-American to hold a Minnesota House seat and the first Kenyan-born immigrant to hold state office anywhere in the United States of America. Her re-election is a significant milestone for a Kenyan in a foreign country. When the results are certified, she will serve another two-year term beginning in January 2027.
During her victory celebration, Momanyi-Hiltsley spoke about the challenges she faced during the election season. She mentioned that her campaign focused on key priorities such as healthcare for all, reproductive rights, firearm legislation, and equitable housing. Despite facing character assassination and personal attacks, she expressed gratitude for the support of her voters.
Momanyi-Hiltsley revealed that she and her supporters endured several battles to achieve this great win. They faced negative remarks and character assassination but persevered, and the voters ultimately made a choice to give her a second term. She emphasized that her focus remains on the people she represents and promised to listen to their concerns and remain accessible to the community during her tenure.
The legislator assured her constituents that they could visit her office or home at any time to raise issues or seek her services. She reiterated that she was elected to serve them for two years and would gladly do so. Her commitment to her constituents and her community is evident in her willingness to be accessible and responsive to their needs.
Momanyi-Hiltsley's re-election campaign was marked by attempts to damage the reputations of people in her political camp by those individuals who were against her re-election. Despite this, she remained committed to her cause and was rewarded by voters who deemed it fit to give her a second term. Her perseverance and dedication to public service have paid off.
With her re-election, Momanyi-Hiltsley will continue to represent Osseo and parts of Brooklyn Park in the Minnesota House of Representatives. Her achievement serves as an inspiration to Kenyans and Kenyan-Americans, demonstrating the impact that individuals can have in politics and public service.
Key points
- Momanyi-Hiltsley won 9,852 votes, which is 71.8% of the total votes cast.
- She was first elected to the Minnesota Legislature in 2024, becoming the first Kenyan-American to hold a Minnesota House seat.
- Her re-election campaign focused on key priorities such as healthcare for all, reproductive rights, firearm legislation, and equitable housing.
