Are Indians Taking Over Texas? H-1B Visa Row Sparked Wild Claim At Council Meeting

A recent Frisco City Council meeting in Texas erupted into a heated debate over immigration policy after residents raised concerns about the federal H-1B visa programme and alleged an "Indian takeover" of their community. The discussion, held on February 3, drew an unusually large crowd, with several speakers voicing strong opinions about demographic change and the role of foreign-born workers in the United States.

The controversy centres on the H-1B visa system, which allows US employers to hire foreign professionals in specialised fields such as technology. US government data shows that a significant share of these visas, around three-quarters of the 65,000 issued annually, go to Indian nationals, feeding into frustrations among some locals.

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At the packed council chamber, several residents argued that Frisco’s rapid growth, particularly the rise in the Asian population, which increased from about 10 per cent in 2010 to 33 per cent in 2026, has outpaced the community’s ability to absorb change without negative impact.

Critics framed this shift as a threat to local jobs, schools and culture, with some attendees wearing “America First” symbols and echoing anti-immigrant sentiments.

However, city officials and many residents pushed back against the claims, noting that local authorities have no control over the federal H-1B system and that allegations of widespread visa fraud remain unsubstantiated. Frisco’s city attorney reminded the meeting that immigration policy is set at the national level, not by municipal councils.

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Indian-American residents and community supporters at the meeting urged attendees to distinguish between legitimate concerns about visa abuse and broad accusations aimed at an entire ethnic group. One local commenter emphasised the importance of targeting wrongdoing without attacking families or communities.

Mayor Jeff Cheney struck a conciliatory tone, highlighting that the city’s diversity is a strength. “Everybody in this room is from somewhere else,” he said, reaffirming Frisco’s commitment to inclusivity and welcoming newcomers.