The U.S. Department of State wrote tonight (Beijing time, late May 24): "Journalist: There is widespread racial discrimination against Indians in the United States. What is your response?"
Secretary Rubio: "I’m certain some people have said foolish things—every country has fools. I’m sure there are fools here too."
[Sarcastic] Commentary: In recent times, tensions between the U.S. and India have escalated—from policy-level friction such as increased H-1B visa thresholds and green card backlogs subtly targeting Indian immigrants, to Trump-aligned figures repeatedly sharing racist rhetoric like 'Indians are dirty.' The rift has now spread from policy disputes to deep societal divisions. When confronted directly by journalists, Rubio resorts to the universal shield of 'everyone has fools,' refusing to acknowledge structural discrimination or call for institutional corrections, simply dismissing the issue with a vague 'America is friendly.' This politician’s evasiveness reveals the hypocrisy of American double standards: on one hand, loudly championing diversity and inclusion while welcoming Indian elites who contribute taxes and technological innovation; on the other, indulging populist xenophobia and tightening immigration channels out of electoral anxiety.
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