FRISCO, Texas — A heated discussion about immigration and work visas took center stage at a Frisco City Council meeting Tuesday evening, drawing residents and visitors from across North Texas. Dozens of people filled the council chamber and public comment line to express sharply divided views about the city’s changing population and the federal H-1B visa program. Many of those who spoke against immigration trends were not Frisco residents, according to observers at the meeting.

“ICE Takeover” and Visa Fraud Claims

About a dozen speakers wore “America First” hats, sweaters with the Punisher skull logo and brought Confederate flags as they addressed the council during the public comment period. Several cited concerns about what they described as a supposed “Indian takeover” of Frisco. These remarks were linked to a broader social media campaign; a video posted on X by conservative influencer Kaylee Campbell urged North Texans to attend the meeting and discuss immigration trends in their community. Speakers critical of immigration cited federal work visas — particularly the H-1B program — as contributing to demographic shifts in the city. The H-1B program allows U.S. employers to hire highly skilled foreign workers, and federal data show a large share of those visas are issued to people from India.

However, claims of widespread H-1B visa fraud tied to Frisco residents are unsubstantiated. City officials reiterated that the City Council has no authority over federal immigration programs, which are administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Frisco City Attorney Richard Abernathy told the council and audience that the city does not manage or influence how federal work visas are approved or used.

Calls for State Investigation

The meeting took place days after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a probe into three North Texas businesses suspected of H-1B visa fraud. Some speakers urged the council to formally ask for expanded state investigation into local companies and to consider ordinances that would require cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. One frequent commenter, who identified himself as a whistleblower, argued that the city’s rising Indian population was connected to visa fraud and called on residents to “wake up” to the issue.

Support for Frisco’s Diverse Community

Another group of about a dozen speakers, many of whom are Indian residents of Frisco, addressed the council as well. They emphasized the cultural and economic contributions of Indian families and urged unity. Frisco City Council member Burt Thakur, who spoke during the public comment period, highlighted the value of diversity to the community.

“Somewhere along the way Indians came to America, and then they became Americans, and then they helped to reinforce the American Dream,” he said. “This is Frisco. Together we can do amazing things.”

Personal Stories and Community Connections

Several residents shared personal experiences about living in Frisco and raising families in the city. One longtime resident said he came to the meeting after seeing local Scouts — including children of Indian descent — lead the pledge of allegiance. He emphasized that his own children benefited from community programs when they were young. “I’m Indian, I’m American. I’m a proud citizen of Frisco, and I’m not going anywhere,” he said. “I would welcome anyone with divergent views to come sit down over a beer or a coffee and have a conversation about what we can do to help each other.”

City Officials Respond

City officials listened to comments from both sides but stressed that local government does not have jurisdiction over federal immigration law or visa programs. Council representatives noted that public meetings are a place for residents and visitors to express views, even when they differ widely. The meeting illustrated the range of perspectives in Frisco as the city continues to grow and change, with speakers calling for accountability, understanding, and community engagement.