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Policy · Updated 18 Oct, 02:08 pm IST

U.S. Vice President Vance defends 'indentured servants' remark about H‑1B workers

Why it matters for readers: It clarifies that the Vice President was criticizing employers and the system rather than criticizing H‑1B workers themselves.

  • Vice President J.D. Vance defended his 'indentured servants' remark on H‑1B workers.1
  • Vance admitted his rhetoric on the topic has been 'imperfect'.1
  • He clarified he meant U.S. companies and the visa system, not the H‑1B visa holders.1
  • The clarification was presented as a defense against criticism of his original phrasing.1

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