AUSTIN, Texas (Diya TV) — A recording of a 911 call circulating online has put Texas Republican Party Chairman Abraham George under renewed public scrutiny. The clip surfaced as George faced backlash over his support for a freeze on new H-1B visa petitions at state agencies and public universities. The developments have fueled debate over immigration policy, political rhetoric, and personal conduct. They have also sparked online attacks aimed at George’s Indian heritage.
A social media account shared an audio clip it described as a 911 call involving George. The caller claims George had a loaded gun while shouting and screaming could be heard in the background. The caller also alleges a domestic dispute. Authorities have not publicly confirmed the details of the recording. No charges tied to the clip have been announced. George has not commented publicly on the audio. The recording spread quickly across social media platforms. Critics cited it as evidence of instability. Supporters questioned its context and authenticity. The clip added intensity to an already heated political moment.
The controversy escalated after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a freeze on new H-1B visa petitions for state agencies and public universities. Abbott announced on social media.
“Texans come first,” Abbott wrote. He said Texas taxpayers spend billions to train the workforce. He argued those jobs should go to Texans. Abbott said the move would help keep Texas economically strong. The decision made Texas the second state, after Florida, to restrict the program at the state level. The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to hire skilled foreign workers. Public universities often use the visas to recruit faculty and researchers.
George, an Indian-origin businessman who leads the Texas GOP, praised the governor’s action. He thanked Abbott and echoed the message that Texans should come first. Within hours, social media users targeted George with racist remarks. One troll told him to “catch the first flight to New Delhi.” Others questioned his right to support limits on a program that has benefited many immigrants.
The governor’s move followed requests for a full list of H-1B employees at public schools. Questions arose over how universities fund positions tied to the visas. The University of Texas and the Texas A&M University systems came into focus. Critics asked whether the schools rely too heavily on foreign workers. University leaders have said the visas help fill specialized roles that are hard to staff. The freeze does not affect private companies. Large tech firms and hospitals can still seek H-1B workers.
Experts see the move as a political message. Mark Jones, a political science professor at Rice University, said Abbott cannot force private firms to stop using the visas. He said the freeze signals toughness to Republican voters. Jones told Bloomberg that the action shows the governor is fighting what some conservatives call H-1B abuse. The comment reflects a broader national debate over immigration and labor. Supporters say the policy protects local jobs. Critics warn it could hurt research and innovation at public universities.
George remains chairman of the Texas GOP. The party has not announced any internal review tied to the recording and law enforcement has not released findings.
