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Trump welfare figures highlight India’s distinct profile
Public research over many years has shown that Indian immigrants in the US are among the highest earners across ethnic groups.
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IANS - Sun, 04, Jan 2026
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Trump welfare figures / Donald Trump via Truth social
A set of data tables shared by US President Donald Trump on Truth Social ranking immigrant welfare recipient rates by country of origin has drawn attention in Washington, with India absent from the two-page list — a gap that underscores the distinct economic profile of Indian immigrants within the broader US immigration landscape.
The figures are presented across two tables and together form a single dataset. They show the share of immigrant households in the United States receiving government assistance. The rates range from above 80 per cent to just under 40 per cent.
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