Vice President Vance Addresses Visa Fraud, Prioritizes American Workers in North Carolina Rally

Kinston, October 29 (Daily Kiran) : Vice President J.D. Vance recently highlighted the issue of visa fraud, asserting that President Donald Trump has empowered him to confront employers who prioritize hiring low-wage foreign workers over American employees. During a campaign rally in Kinston, North Carolina, Vance made job security a central theme of his address.

At the midterm election rally, Vance linked strict adherence to visa regulations with the administration’s broader argument that the government should prioritize American workers and domestic investments. However, he did not announce any new visa policies or indicate changes to eligibility or application processes for employers.

Vance stated, “The President has tasked my team and me with combating visa fraud and fighting against those who replace American workers with lower-paid foreign nationals.” He emphasized that “American jobs should go to American citizens.”

He did not clarify which team he referred to or when Trump assigned him this responsibility. Additionally, he did not name any specific employers accused of wrongdoing or present evidence of any regulatory violations. Notably, his speech did not mention India, Indian workers, or the H-1B visa program, nor did it distinguish between temporary work visas and pathways to permanent residency.

Towards the end of his speech, Vance reiterated his focus on employment issues. He pledged support for businesses that invest in American workers while warning companies that outsource jobs. “I want to send a message to the business community: If you are willing to work with us and invest in American workers, we will be your biggest supporters,” he said. “But if you want to take American jobs overseas, we will oppose you with full force, as American jobs belong to American workers.”

Vance connected these issues to national sovereignty, asserting that elected leaders must be accountable to American citizens. He stressed the importance of protecting the livelihoods of those in agriculture, manufacturing, and the armed forces.

Criticizing previous political leaders, Vance noted that they promoted production abroad, neglecting areas like his hometown in Ohio. This rhetoric is part of his campaign to maintain Republican power in Washington.

He recalled his grandfather, who worked as a union welder in a steel mill in Middletown, Ohio, and expressed pride in the American-made cars his grandfather helped produce. Vance linked his employment message to the aspirations of American families, including home ownership, raising children, and securing respectable jobs. He urged voters to support Republican candidates, whom he described as more committed to these goals.

His comments on visas were part of a broader address covering immigration, public safety, taxation, and manufacturing. No timelines for future visa-related announcements were provided, nor were specific investigations detailed.

Kinston, located in eastern North Carolina, is where Vance reminisced about his time serving as a Marine at nearby Cherry Point. He began his speech by reflecting on his military experiences and the community support he received during that time.

The rally took place just six days before the midterm elections on November 3, with Vance encouraging supporters to mobilize their friends and family to back Republican candidates, ensuring the return of Representatives Greg Murphy and Richard Hudson to Washington.