Whom did Trump appoint? There is a bigger threat to Indians than this, know who that person is

US Trump Administration: America’s newly elected 47th President Donald Trump is taking many surprising decisions in the appointments of his cabinet and advisors. One of the major decisions is the appointment of his longtime advisor Stephen Miller as deputy chief of policy in his administration. Miller is known for his radical thinking on immigration matters and anti-H-1B visa stance, due to which it is believed that Trump’s move could create new challenges for Indian software engineers working in America.

Miller has long had a tough stance on H-1B visas. During Trump’s first term, he supported tough decisions on immigration policies. Their approach is specifically focused on high-skilled foreign professionals and international students who use the H1B visa to get a job and live permanently in the US.

Possible changes in H-1B visa for Indian professionals
Indian citizens are the largest beneficiary category of H-1B visas and may face many challenges if Miller’s policies are implemented. Tightening of eligibility criteria for H-1B visa may increase the rejection rate in applications of Indian professionals.
Apart from this, the minimum salary limit for H-1B positions may be increased, which may make it expensive and difficult for American companies to hire Indian technical workers. At the same time, due to increased documentation and verification process of H-1B visa, visa processing time may become longer, due to which Indian professionals may face delays in visa approval. The ever-increasing restrictions may reduce the chances of long-term career and permanent residence in the US for Indian professionals.

Importance of H-1B Visa for Indians
The H-1B visa is the only practical way for high-skilled foreign nationals to work in the US for a long period of time. Especially for Indian software engineers and IT professionals, this visa not only gives them employment opportunity in America but is also a powerful means for permanent residence. Increased restrictions on the H-1B visa program under the possible policies of the Trump administration may limit job opportunities in the US for Indian professionals and adversely impact their careers.

Also read: Biden Trump Meeting: President Joe Biden met Donald Trump for the first time after the election results, said- ‘Welcome back’