The progressive congressman made the controversial remarks during a post-election gathering in Denver, where Democrats were discussing how to rebuild their political coalition following the 2026 midterm elections.
Rather than focusing exclusively on economic concerns or the party’s electoral setbacks, Khanna placed immigration and national identity at the center of his vision for the Democratic Party’s future.
His comments quickly attracted criticism from conservative commentators who argue that recognizing America’s historical roots is not incompatible with welcoming immigrants.
