Summary
A group of Texas House Republicans wants Congress to stop issuing H-1B visas and pause all immigration after a deadly shooting in Austin. They say the attack may be terrorism and are urging for more security measures. The suspect, a naturalized U.S. citizen, legally bought the firearms but did not enter the U.S. on an H-1B visa.
Key Facts
- A shooting in Austin on March 1, 2026, resulted in 3 deaths and 14 injuries.
- Authorities are investigating it as a potential terrorist act.
- The suspect, Ndiaga Diagne, is a naturalized U.S. citizen from Senegal.
- More than 70 Texas House Republicans asked Congress to freeze H-1B visas and pause all immigration.
- The suspect did not use an H-1B visa to enter the U.S.
- The Republicans also want more funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
- The debate on immigration has led to a political standoff affecting DHS operations.
- The Texas Lieutenant Governor criticized immigration policies after the shooting.
