Overview

• Mike Lee asked on X if it is time to pause H‑1B visas, reviving a long‑running fight over the program.
• Walmart rejected unverified posts alleging a kickback scheme tied to Indian H‑1B hires, saying a recent probe and terminations were unrelated to visas.
• Republican pressure has intensified, with figures including Marjorie Taylor Greene and Vice President JD Vance criticizing companies for hiring foreign workers after layoffs.
• USCIS Director Joseph Edlow has signaled tighter rules are under consideration, including replacing the lottery with a wage‑based selection method.
• Indian nationals receive the largest share of H‑1B visas, so any pause or overhaul would particularly affect Indian tech professionals.