Conservative media and politicians are newly targeting Indian immigrants—especially H‑1B workers—shifting them from 'model minority' status to alleged job‑threats. High‑profile voices (Laura Ingraham, Ron DeSantis, Steve Bannon) now link trade or visas with India to curbing H‑1Bs despite Indians’ high incomes, tax contributions, and low crime.
— This marks a notable realignment in immigration politics that could reshape GOP coalitions, tech labor policy, and U.S.–India economic ties.
msmash
2025.09.19
85% relevant
H‑1B is dominated by Indian nationals; a six‑figure fee operationalizes the emerging right‑wing turn against Indian high‑skill immigration by pricing out most applicants and smaller sponsors.
msmash
2025.09.11
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A Republican senator’s HIRE Act would tax companies that use foreign workers, directly pressuring India’s IT outsourcing industry—consistent with the emerging conservative turn against Indian-linked labor channels (H‑1B/outsourcing) noted in the idea.
Richard Hanania
2025.09.10
100% relevant
DeSantis on Laura Ingraham criticizing H‑1Bs for Indians; Steve Bannon calling to halt H‑1Bs; a viral X post demanding H‑1B cancellation amid a local Hindu festival.
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