Following Donald Trump's return to the US presidency in 2025, the administration implemented significant changes to immigration policies, including enhanced vetting, visa rule adjustments, and stricter enforcement. While India was not subject to travel bans, its citizens experienced increased scrutiny, delays, and higher costs for work, student, and family visas. The period also saw a debate re-emerge regarding birthright citizenship and a chilling effect on Indian Americans due to anti-immigrant rhetoric and visa policies, impacting community integration and individual experiences.