New Delhi, Nov. 4 -- US President Donald Trump and his Republican Party faced a crucial test on Tuesday (local time) as midterm election results began coming in, with control of Congress at stake. The outcome will be closely watched not just in the US but also in India, as it could shape future H-1B visa policy. India-born beneficiaries accounted for 69.9% of all approved H-1B petitions in the 2025 fiscal year, according to USCIS data.

The elections, held on 3 November, could shape the final two years of Trump's presidency. Congress is currently controlled by Republicans, with an effective 219-214 advantage in the House of Representatives and a 53-47 majority in the Senate, including independents aligned with each party. However, if Demo...