American far-right activist Laura Loomer stirred debate at India Today Conclave 2026 in New Delhi by accusing Pakistan of backing terrorism, while apologising for past anti-India posts and defending her opposition to the US H-1B visa programme
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has strongly defended the H-1B visa programme, highlighting how the US economy benefits from Indian immigrants and stressing the need for high-skill talent. Speaking on Nikhil Kamath’s podcast, Musk acknowledged misuse of the system by outsourcing firms but urged reforms instead of shutting it down.
The US Department of Justice, led by Harmeet Dhillon, is investigating unfair hiring practices under the H-1B visa program, following concerns that US citizens are overlooked in favor of foreign workers. The DoJ urges tips on its hotline for ongoing investigations
US District Judge Tanya Chutkan said that the Department of Homeland Security has authorised employment not just for students, but also for their spouses and dependents.
Nasscom believes that the changes announced to the H-1B visa program will restrict access to talent and will harm the American economy, endanger US jobs, put US interests at risk
