The New York Times

"Political antennae these days have grown extremely sensitive to oddities in House campaigns, especially résumés that feel off and campaign finance disclosures outside the norm. So eyebrows were raised early this year when a political unknown, Krystle Kaul, took the fund-raising lead in the wide-open Democratic primary to succeed Representative Jennifer Wexton in the Virginia suburbs and exurbs of Washington, D.C."

The Washington Post

"Krystle Kaul, a defense and communications contractor...has gained some recognition with voters through mailers and online ads..."

Blue Virginia

"As the granddaughter of Indian immigrants, I know firsthand the promise of the American Dream because I’ve benefited from the opportunities it gave my family"

Richmond Times Dispatch

Kaul, 39, was a director at the Department of Defense serving in the highest civilian rank. An Indian American, she now runs a consulting firm for businesses that need help in competing for defense-related federal contracts. She said she left the defense department in protest of Trump, just after the resignation of Secretary of Defense James Mattis in 2018.
“Fighting MAGA extremism is something I am really committed to and I have seen firsthand,” she said.

American Bazaar

"My motivation to run for Congress stems from my desire to be an inspiration for the next generation of young Indian American girls” she told The American Bazaar. “I aim to empower them to pursue any leadership role they set their sights on in life.”

American Kahani

Kaul has spent her professional life in the national security and defense space from the Pentagon to think tanks and the defense industry. So her “profile resonates the most,” she said, as she’s the only one with that specific experience. “It’s the most relatable to my constituents because as a small business owner, I understand the instability of contracting and the challenges of receiving affordable healthcare".

Times of India

"As the first-ever Kashmiri Pandit and the sole Sikh woman currently running for Congress, Indian American Krystle Kaul said that she drew inspiration from the Sikh principle of oneness and a commitment to community service. Kaul, a recognized defense and national security expert, is vyiing for the US Congress from Virginia's 10th Congressional District."

MSN / WION

Krystle Kaul, an Indian-origin foreign policy and national security expert rooted in Kashmir, has declared her candidacy for the US House of Representatives from Virginia's 10th Congressional District, aiming to address key issues like public safety, education, and healthcare.

Kashmir Today

"I've committed my career to countering terrorism and countering insurgency. Spending time in Kashmir, living there doing doctoral fieldwork, I've seen the aftermath of what happens in a conflict-ridden zone, I have witnessed it firsthand. I have spent my career with the Department of Defense proudly serving on counter-terrorism cells".

Global Indian News Network

"Krystle Kaul, a Virginia-based entrepreneur and former high-ranking government official at the Department of Defense (DoD), recently wrapped up the first quarter of her congressional campaign with an impressive fundraising total of $567,000. This financial achievement stands as the highest among all candidates in the race, according to a statement from her campaign."

Blue Ridge Leader & Loudoun Today

"Kaul has unparalleled experience, 20+ years leading counter-terrorism efforts for the Pentagon, Department of Defense, and the CIA. She is also an expert in AI, and cybersecurity."

LoudounNow

"At a recent Loudoun County Democratic Committee meet and greet event we listened to and asked questions of 11 candidates in the primary election for the open Jennifer Wexton seat in the Virginia 10th congressional district. One first-time candidate, Krystle Kaul, had a powerful message and completely wowed us all."