Texas AG Investigates H-1B Visa Abuse
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has been acknowledged for his efforts by Blaze TV host Sarah Gonzalez as he announced a significant investigation into potential misuse of the H-1B visa program by companies in Texas.
While standing outside what appeared to be an empty single-family home in Irving, claimed to be the office of 3B Technologies—a company previously criticized by Gonzalez in a concerning report about possible H-1B visa fraud—Paxton addressed the BlazeTV hosts, saying,
“This isn’t our first rodeo, so we’ll definitely know what’s going on.”
He indicated, “We have begun investigating three different companies that we believe may be defrauding individuals with these H-1B visas.” He further noted that they’ve sent out a survey, referred to as civil investigative demands, aimed at uncovering the truth about the practices of these companies. “Are they misleading consumers? What’s really happening?” Paxton asked.
He has demanded that these companies provide documents that clarify their employees, outline the specific products and services they offer, and present financial statements and communications linked to operations.
The investigation of these North Texas companies is purportedly just the start of broader scrutiny into the matter.
“Abuse and fraud within these programs robs Texans of jobs and opportunities.”
During his discussion with Gonzalez, Paxton expressed confidence in the investigation, stating, “This is not our first rodeo, and we will definitely figure out what’s going on.” He reassured that those potentially committing fraud would be confronted by the law.
“Criminals who attempt to exploit the H-1B visa program using ‘ghost offices’ and other deceptive practices should be ready to face serious legal consequences,” he added.
Interestingly, Gonzalez’s findings seemingly grabbed the attention of Governor Greg Abbott as well. He referenced “recent reports of abuses in the federal H-1B visa program” and instructed state agencies to instantly halt new H-1B visa applications. This move aims to ensure that American jobs go to American workers.
Beyond pausing new H-1B visas, Abbott is requiring public universities and various state departments to account for how many H-1B visa holders are presently employed by them; details about their countries of origin; the expected expiration dates of their visas; and what steps have been taken to guarantee that Texas candidates are offered fair opportunities for each position filled by an H-1B visa holder.
According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Texas approved over 41,500 H-1B visa recipients during the fiscal year 2025.
Cubitz Tech Systems, flagged by Gonzalez in her inquiry, approved 12 H-1B beneficiaries last year. This company, managed by Hari Madiraju, has been reportedly hiring “software developers” from abroad for several years now.
During her visit to the supposed workplace of Cubitz in Frisco, Gonzalez encountered a man who identified himself as Hari and seemed reluctant to engage with her. After she gathered names related to Cubitz, he contacted the police, who later arrived at the scene.
Gonzalez’s investigation continued as she inspected what was claimed to be a place of business. However, instead of discovering numerous workers dedicated to software development, she found a small, sparsely furnished room, which hardly seemed suitable for the required personnel.
“It’s a pretty cramped workspace for 12 H-1B personnel,” Gonzalez remarked. “I won’t buy it.”
