There are less hype about US these days. That's all. US is no longer the powerhouse it used to be.
US used to be a symbol of pride among SE Asia tourists: you have to visit US, smell the air, buy their bands, etc. These days, Japan and other exotic locations seem a lot more interesing.
It used to be working there is like some sort of symbol of success. These days, only IT and blue-collar workes who still want to go to US. The rest stay put.
(I don't have any political motivations here. I love my country. But I'm curious as to your perspective.)