Melat Kiros becomes first woman from Gen Z elected to Congress

The 29-year-old democratic socialist from Colorado made history as the first woman from Generation Z to be elected to Congress.

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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.

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Melat Kiros becomes first woman from Gen Z elected to Congress

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Melat Kiros becomes the first Gen Z woman elected to Congress

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.

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