Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’
Washington has criticized remarks made by U.S. vice‑presidential candidate J.D. Vance, who described foreign laborers, including Indian IT workers, as “indentured servants.” The State Department and other officials emphasized that Indian technology professionals are highly skilled contributors to the American economy and warned that such language undermines bilateral ties. The response underscores ongoing diplomatic sensitivity around immigration and labor.