Indian tech workers
Elon Musk Defends H-1B Visa Program Despite Acknowledging System Abuse: America Needs Global Talent
Dec 01, 2025 09:10 am CST
Elon Musk discusses the vital role of H-1B visas in America's tech industry, acknowledging program misuse while emphasizing the continued need for skilled international talent. Despite recent visa restrictions, Musk argues that eliminating the program would harm American innovation as companies struggle to find sufficient domestic talent for technical roles.
H-1B Visa Fraud Allegations: US Economist Claims Chennai Received 220,000 Visas Despite 85,000 National Cap
Nov 26, 2025 12:10 pm CST
Former US Representative Dave Brat alleges widespread fraud in the H-1B visa system, claiming Chennai, India received 220,000 visas—far exceeding the 85,000 national cap. These allegations follow similar claims from an Indian-American diplomat who served at the Chennai consulate, suggesting systemic issues with fraudulent applications involving fake credentials and employer letters.
Sundar Pichai Defends H-1B Visa Program: "Immigrants' Contribution to US Tech Sector is Phenomenal"
Nov 19, 2025 11:11 pm CST
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, who began his U.S. journey as an international student before becoming a tech leader, has praised the crucial role immigrants play in America's technology innovation. As debates intensify around potential H-1B visa restrictions, Pichai emphasizes the program's importance while acknowledging ongoing government efforts to address its shortcomings, highlighting the significant impact of immigrant professionals—particularly from India—who make up over 70% of H-1B visa holders.
US Lawmakers Urge Trump to Reconsider H-1B Visa Restrictions: Indian Tech Talent Critical for US Innovation Leadership
Nov 01, 2025 01:19 pm CST
US lawmakers have petitioned President Trump to reconsider his H-1B visa restrictions, including the $100,000 fee, emphasizing that Indian nationals—who comprise 71% of visa holders—are vital to America's technology leadership and AI innovation. Representatives argue that maintaining access to global talent is essential for US economic competitiveness, national security, and preserving strong US-India strategic relations in the face of Chinese technological advancement.
US Chamber Of Commerce Challenges Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee in Federal Lawsuit
Oct 17, 2025 09:38 am CST
The US Chamber of Commerce has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the legality of the newly imposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee. The Chamber argues this dramatic increase from the previous $3,600 fee violates immigration laws and would significantly harm American businesses, particularly tech companies that rely on foreign talent. The administration defends the fee as a measure to protect American workers, while offering exemptions for existing visa holders.
Racist Online Campaign Targets Indian H-1B Visa Holders Rushing Back to US After Trump Announcement
Sep 28, 2025 02:47 pm CST
Far-right trolls launched a coordinated online effort to block Indian H-1B visa holders from booking flights back to the US following Donald Trump's surprise $100,000 visa fee announcement. The campaign, called "clog the toilet," deliberately disrupted airline booking systems, forcing visa holders like software engineer Amrutha Tamanam to pay inflated prices for last-minute flights despite the White House later clarifying the fee wouldn't apply to current visa holders.