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Texas politicians slammed for using Austin shooting to attack H-1B visa workers
Texas politicians slammed for using tragic Austin shooting to attack H-1B visa workers, ‘Suspect was a US citizen’
Texas politicians slammed for using tragic Austin shooting to attack H-1B visa workers, ‘Suspect was a US citizen’
The Hindu American Foundation denounced Texas politicians for blaming the Austin shooting on H-1B visas, noting the shooter was a U.S. citizen.
Published on: Mar 08, 2026 4:37 PM IST By Shweta Kukreti Share via Copy link The Hindu American Foundation has condemned Texas politicians for associating the latest shooting in Austin with immigration and skilled worker visas (H-1B), calling the response “absurd political theater.” After a tragic shooting in Austin, Texas, where Ndiaga Diagne killed two people, Texas GOP lawmakers demanded stricter immigration controls. (Getty Images via AFP) In a statement on X, the advocacy organization countered efforts to link the incident to the H-1B visa program, clarifying that the perpetrator was not a visa holder but rather a long-established American citizen. “Texas politicians are blaming H-1B visas for the Austin shooting. The suspect was a U.S. citizen, long settled in the country, not some foreign worker on a visa," the Hindu American Foundation stated. “Using a tragedy to attack skilled immigrants? That’s not policy. That’s absurd political theater. Please. Make it make sense," it added. Also Read: Kristi Noem's husband Bryon vs Corey Lewandowski: Who is richer? A look their wealth and incomeAustin shooting suspect
The remarks were made following a mass shooting that occurred in downtown Austin, Texas, where 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne discharged his weapon outside a busy bar, resulting in the deaths of two persons and injuries to 14 others before being fatally shot by law enforcement. According to CNN, Diagne hailed from Senegal and arrived in the US on a tourist visa in 2000. He subsequently obtained lawful permanent residency after marrying a US citizen in 2006 and was naturalized in 2013. A photo that CNN obtained showed that the suspect was sporting a hoodie that read "Property of Allah." According to the outlet's source, law enforcement subsequently discovered that Diagne was wearing a T-shirt with an Iranian flag pattern on it.Texas Republicans' move against H-1B visa workers
Given this, a number of Texas Republicans made a political move to halt immigration programs in response to the shooting. In a letter to Congress, more than 70 Republican lawmakers called for extensive restrictions, including an immediate stop to the granting of H-1B visas, which allow US businesses to hire highly qualified foreign workers in specialized fields. The lawmakers stated in the letter that stricter regulations were necessary for national security and asked for a temporary halt to immigration until authorities could better track and assess newcomers. The requests also included reallocating resources to uncover possible dangers that may already exist within the United States and properly funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). ABOUT THE AUTHOR Shweta Kukreti Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More Mass Shooting Immigration Us Visa Us Top News Us News Stay updated with US News covering politics, crime, weather, local events, and sports highlights. Get the latest on Donald Trump and American politics along with Horoscope 2026. News / World News / Us News / Texas Politicians Slammed For Using Tragic Austin Shooting To Attack H-1B Visa Workers, ‘Suspect Was A US Citizen’ See LessThe Hindu American Foundation has condemned Texas politicians for associating the latest shooting in Austin with immigration and skilled worker visas (H-1B), calling the response “absurd political theater.”
In a statement on X, the advocacy organization countered efforts to link the incident to the H-1B visa program, clarifying that the perpetrator was not a visa holder but rather a long-established American citizen.
“Texas politicians are blaming H-1B visas for the Austin shooting. The suspect was a U.S. citizen, long settled in the country, not some foreign worker on a visa," the Hindu American Foundation stated.
“Using a tragedy to attack skilled immigrants? That’s not policy. That’s absurd political theater. Please. Make it make sense," it added.
Also Read: Kristi Noem's husband Bryon vs Corey Lewandowski: Who is richer? A look their wealth and income
According to CNN, Diagne hailed from Senegal and arrived in the US on a tourist visa in 2000. He subsequently obtained lawful permanent residency after marrying a US citizen in 2006 and was naturalized in 2013.
A photo that CNN obtained showed that the suspect was sporting a hoodie that read "Property of Allah." According to the outlet's source, law enforcement subsequently discovered that Diagne was wearing a T-shirt with an Iranian flag pattern on it.
The lawmakers stated in the letter that stricter regulations were necessary for national security and asked for a temporary halt to immigration until authorities could better track and assess newcomers.
The requests also included reallocating resources to uncover possible dangers that may already exist within the United States and properly funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Source: HindustanTimes
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