FedEx faces scrutiny over H-1B hires amid US layoffs after federal contract

FedEx is under fire for increasing H-1B worker hiring after securing a $2.24 billion federal contract, while simultaneously laying off hundreds of US employees. This move has sparked controversy, particularly in the US, with criticism directed at the company's strategy.

• FedEx won a $2.24 billion federal contract in December 2022.
• Company increased H-1B workers from dozens to approximately 500 by 2025.
• Hundreds of US staff laid off across multiple states since 2025.
• Indian-origin CEO Raj Subramaniam faces backlash over hiring practices.
• Controversy fuels debate on H-1B visa program and US job market.
• FedEx states H-1B growth is due to corporate needs, not direct replacements.

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