Minnesota state legislator Kaela Berg has announced her candidacy for Congress while maintaining her unique dual career as both an elected official and commercial flight attendant.

Berg has spent the past six years balancing her legislative duties with her aviation career, taking flight attendant shifts during legislative breaks when the Minnesota state legislature is not in session. This arrangement has allowed her to maintain both roles simultaneously.

Berg is entering what is described as a crowded congressional race, positioning herself with a pro-union message that draws on her experience in both the aviation industry and state government. Her campaign emphasizes worker advocacy and union representation.

The candidate has also made protecting immigrants a central part of her platform, reflecting policy priorities she has pursued during her time in the state legislature. Berg's slogan emphasizes her working-class background, stating "No one better to fight for us than one of us."

Her congressional bid represents an effort to bring her dual perspective from both organized labor and legislative experience to the federal level. The timing of her announcement coincides with the conclusion of the current legislative session, which would typically mark her return to flight attendant duties.