H-1B visa has become one of the biggest talking points in the US. In recent months, the debate has shifted again and again, from the Trump administration once discussing a $100,000 application fee to today’s message that the United States needs more skilled workers.
But in the middle of all these policy changes, one social media post is grabbing attention for a very different reason.
H-1Bs and federal debt
A recent post on social media is going viral because of its strong and unusual views on how immigrants on work visas should be taxed. The writer suggests a completely new and extreme way for the US to handle federal debt.
They start with a powerful statement, “H-1Bs should pay more taxes to help cover the federal debt. Why didn’t our congressmen think of this ingenious idea? If they want to help Americans, it’s a zero sum game. We win, they lose. H-1B should have 90% taken off their paychecks and Americans should have their taxes reduced.”
What does the post explain?
In the post, the writer calls the economy a “zero sum game,” meaning they believe that for one group to succeed, another group must fail. Their argument is that making foreign workers pay more taxes would help American citizens.
This claim immediately increased debate online. Many people questioned whether such an idea was fair, reasonable, or even legal. Others argued that the post oversimplifies the economy and ignores the real contributions of immigrant workers.
The part of the post that surprised readers the most was the suggestion that 90% of a foreign worker’s paycheck should be taken away. According to the writer, this would lower taxes for Americans.
‘They are contributing enough and more’
Netizens on TeamBlind also posted their opinion on the post. A user noted, “H-1Bs contribute to social security even though they are not entitled to any of it.” Another added, “H-1Bs should pay less taxes as they dont get many benefits available to citizens. Like voting.”
“his exact attitude is ruining this country. Let’s not work hard and penalize the ones that are. Ask Canadians how taxing the working class turned out for them,” claimed a user.
“Okay, ask for a kidney next? Why not stop funding the wars overseas, you all,” questioned another user.
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