The H-1B visa programme is facing fresh scrutiny in the United States, with a senior US Labor Department official warning that the foreign-labor visa programme could look “very different” 365 days from now. The warning comes as the Trump administration expands investigations into alleged fraud and abuse within the H-1B system. The developments are being closely watched in India because thousands of Indian technology professionals use the H-1B route to work in the United States. US Vice President JD Vance has also signalled tougher measures for companies seeking H-1B workers after laying off American employees.