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Ghosh, P. (2026, September 19). 'People who call me a paperwork American': Indian-origin Trump aide triggers MAGA row, says she faces racist comments daily. Times of India. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/people-who-call-me-a-paperwork-american-indian-origin-trump-aide-triggers-maga-row-says-she-faces-racist-comments-daily/articleshow/134360221.cms
Ghosh, Poulomi. “'People who call me a paperwork American': Indian-origin Trump aide triggers MAGA row, says she faces racist comments daily.” Times of India, 19 Sept. 2026, https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/people-who-call-me-a-paperwork-american-indian-origin-trump-aide-triggers-maga-row-says-she-faces-racist-comments-daily/articleshow/134360221.cms.
Ghosh, Poulomi. “'People who call me a paperwork American': Indian-origin Trump aide triggers MAGA row, says she faces racist comments daily.” Times of India, September 19, 2026. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/people-who-call-me-a-paperwork-american-indian-origin-trump-aide-triggers-maga-row-says-she-faces-racist-comments-daily/articleshow/134360221.cms.
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Harmeet K Dhillon, an Indian-American Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in the U.S., sparked controversy over her social media posts criticizing racism. On a weekend post, she referenced being called a "paperwork American" and noted that many top social media accounts spew racist content daily. Conservative commentator Megan Basham expressed shock at such accusations directed towards Dhillon, but Dhillon clarified the persistent nature of the attacks she faces regularly. The incident highlights ongoing tensions around race and national identity within conservative circles in America, particularly among those of Indian origin like Dhillon, who identifies as Sikh.