A daycare operator in North Texas is facing growing scrutiny after a viral video raised questions about possible misuse of the H-1B visa system.
The footage, shared by BlazeTV and commentator Sara Gonzales, shows her confronting the owner of Allen Infant Care Center—previously known as Golden Acorn Academy. During the exchange, Gonzales questioned the operator, identified as Yuan Yao, over allegations that his businesses sponsored dozens of foreign workers under the H-1B programme.
According to Gonzales, the daycare is linked to Golden Qi Holdings LLC and DFW ABA Center, an autism therapy provider. She claims these entities collectively filed over 50 labour condition applications and sponsored at least 37 H-1B workers. Some of the job roles listed—such as market research analyst and supply chain analyst—appear unrelated to childcare services, raising concerns about the legitimacy of the filings.
When questioned, Yao declined to provide detailed answers and instead referred Gonzales to his legal team. “Everything is legal,” he stated, without offering supporting documents. Gonzales also alleged that required public access records—mandated under H-1B regulations—were not made available during the visit.
The video further includes claims from a whistleblower familiar with the operations, suggesting irregularities in how the businesses function. Gonzales noted that during her visit, the daycare appeared closed and possibly undergoing changes, prompting further doubts about whether it is actively operating.
Financial records cited in the report indicate that the businesses received over $100,000 through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which was later forgiven.
The H-1B visa programme allows US employers to hire foreign professionals for specialised roles, but requires proof of genuine job needs and compliance with wage standards. Gonzales has said she plans to submit her findings to federal authorities, questioning why a reportedly inactive daycare would continue filing such petitions.
The controversy comes as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton leads a broader investigation into suspected H-1B misuse in North Texas. Authorities have already issued civil demands to several companies accused of operating “ghost” businesses while sponsoring foreign workers.
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