Indian American Entrepreneur Claims Threats Amid H1-B Visa Debate

An Indian American entrepreneur, known for his vocal support for legal immigration, has become the center of attention amidst the ongoing H1-B visa debate in the United States, following Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) campaign. The entrepreneur, identified as Sidharth, revealed that his personal phone number was leaked by MAGA supporters, leading to personal threats.

Social Media Controversy

Sidharth, who actively expresses his views on social media, described himself as a “highly skilled Indian immigrant.” He is an investor, technopreneur, and engineer who collaborates with both young Indian and American graduates to create jobs. In a post on X, which has since been deleted, Sidharth implored MAGA supporters, “My personal phone number has been leaked, and I am getting personal threats. I once again appeal to large MAGA accounts to stop this onslaught of bots onto me! I have a young family, and you are trying to harm my family.”

MAGA Supporters and Social Media Backlash

The incident occurs amid accusations from MAGA influencers that tech mogul Elon Musk has been censoring dissenting views on X. This controversy ignited after at least 14 accounts lost their blue verification badges, a valuable feature for monetization, late Thursday and Friday. Prominent MAGA figure, Laura Loomer, alleged that she has been banned from purchasing X premium and that a large percentage of replies to her posts are flagged as spam following an online conflict with Musk.

Sidharth’s Response to Selective Censorship

In response to these events, Sidharth criticized the selective cancellations occurring on social media platforms. He tweeted, “Selective cancellations are like a fire alarm that only goes off when someone they hate lights a candle, but stays silent while their friends are setting the whole building on fire and roasting marshmallows.”

Political Impact

The H-1B visa issue has sparked a heated debate in the political arena as well. US President-elect Donald Trump recently weighed in on the immigration discussion, expressing support for the H1-B visa program for highly skilled workers. This stance has generated conflict between Trump’s traditional base and technology leaders like Elon Musk.

Conclusion: As the discourse over H1-B visas intensifies, the experiences of individuals like Sidharth highlight the personal challenges faced amidst political debates. Despite threats and controversies, the conversation continues to shape the dialogue around immigration and technology in America.