H-1B visas (Credit: OpenAI )
The United States is once again preparing a major immigration shock, and this time the target is the H-1B visa. This visa has helped thousands of Indian professionals work in America for decades. But now, a new bill from President Donald Trump’s Republican Party aims to completely end the program. Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene announced that she will introduce legislation to phase out H-1B visas.
She claims the system harms American workers and allows companies to replace local employees. Her announcement has triggered concern across India, especially among IT and engineering workers. Many fear that their future in the US may now be uncertain.
Indian professionals are the largest users of the H-1B program. Every year thousands of India’s engineers, doctors, and tech employees travel to America using this visa. It is also the quickest route toward getting a Green Card. Because of this, any change to the program directly affects Indian families. Greene said American companies misuse H-1B visas to hire foreign workers at lower salaries. She claimed this results in job losses for American citizens. Her statements have created tension and confusion. Many Indian applicants now fear that their long-term career plans may be destroyed.
Congresswoman Greene posted a strong message on X, accusing big tech companies of harming American talent. She said that industries like software, artificial intelligence, healthcare, and manufacturing prefer foreign workers. According to her, American citizens are the “most talented people in the world,” and they should get priority. She claims the H-1B system is corrupt and needs to be shut down. Her bill proposes ending the entire program in phases. The announcement has ignited a huge debate in the US. Immigration experts say this move may trigger political tension in Congress.
Greene’s bill would completely eliminate the H-1B program over time. She said the new law will ensure priority for American workers in technology, healthcare, engineering, and manufacturing. She argued that if America wants its youth to achieve the American Dream, it must invest in its own people. Her proposal suggests that American companies should stop depending on foreign talent. This approach may drastically reduce opportunities for Indian professionals. Many analysts believe such a step would harm America’s own industries, which depend heavily on Indian IT workers. But Republican leaders appear determined to move forward.
Greene stated that the bill will include a temporary exemption for doctors and nurses. Under this, 10,000 visas will be allowed each year for medical professionals. She said this exemption will also be phased out within ten years. This means that even healthcare-related foreign hiring will eventually stop. The idea is to give America time to train its own medical workforce. Indian doctors and nurses may still get short-term opportunities, but the future remains uncertain. Many experts believe this exemption is not enough and that America actually needs more foreign health workers.
US tech companies rely heavily on Indian engineers. Ending the H-1B system may create a severe shortage of skilled workers. Many companies have already warned that such decisions harm the American economy. They say innovation slows down without foreign talent. India’s IT sector fears a major setback if the H-1B door closes. US universities may also suffer because thousands of Indian students come with hopes of working after graduation. If the visa shuts down, applications may drop sharply. The bill has therefore created panic on both sides of the globe.
If the bill is introduced in Congress, it will spark a major political debate. Democrats are expected to oppose it. But Republicans are likely to push strongly because Donald Trump has taken a tough stance on immigration. The next few weeks will be very important for Indian workers. If the bill moves forward, thousands of families may have to rethink their plans. The entire tech industry is watching closely. For now, fear and uncertainty have taken over the minds of Indian professionals. Everyone is waiting to see whether America will close its doors—or reconsider this drastic step.
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