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Greene Demands End to Indian H-1B Visas Following Trump Tariff Warning

The demand has rattled Indian nationals studying in the U.S. during the DHS review of a proposal to prioritize H-1B applicants by salary

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced in a now-deleted X video that she would be giving away one of her semiautomatic weapons in a Fourth of July giveaway.
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Overview

  • Greene reposted President Trump’s tariff threat on Indian exports and added a call to end “Indian H-1B visas replacing American jobs.”
  • There is no formal legislative action behind Greene’s statement, and the Optional Practical Training and H-1B application processes remain unchanged.
  • USCIS data show nearly 70% of H-1B visas approved in fiscal 2024 went to Indian nationals, underscoring the programme’s importance for STEM graduates.
  • The Department of Homeland Security is assessing a shift from the current lottery to salary-based prioritization, raising concerns for early-career visa applicants.
  • Indian students and professionals in the U.S. report heightened anxiety over potential visa restrictions and evolving policy debates.