'Deeply offensive': MEA on JD Vance’s ‘indentured servants’ remark on H-1B workers, clarifies impact on work visa
India’s Ministry of External Affairs said the US suspension of PERM applications does not by itself affect existing H-1B visas or holders’ status, but may hinder eligible employees’ Green Card processes.
The Ministry of External Affairs expressed deep offense at Senator JD Vance's description of H-1B visa workers as "indentured servants." The MEA clarified that his remark was "deeply offensive" and that such terminology does not reflect the mutual ambitions of both countries. They also stated that the suspension of PERM applications, concerning certain companies, does not impact existing H-1B visas or the status of H-1B holders and their dependents, although it could affect the path to permanent residency for eligible employees.
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