“Make call centers American again”: Conservatives turn visa and outsourcing debates into a fight against Indian talent

Conservative leaders in the US have reignited debates over H-1B visas, outsourcing, and Indian talent, framing it as a threat to American jobs. From “Make Call Centers American Again” slogans to tariff hikes and visa curbs, the rhetoric risks undermining education, innovation, and US-India ties. Advocates stress immigrants complement, not replace, Americans; fueling research, startups, and economic growth.