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Trump Expands H-1B Protections with $100,000 Fee to Protect U.S. Jobs
A Presidential Proclamation imposes a $100,000 fee on many H-1B petitions filed from abroad starting Sept. 21, 2025, for 12…
H-1B Approvals for Indian Firms Fall 37% in FY2025 to 4,573
In FY 2025 Indian IT companies secured just 4,573 new H-1B approvals, a 37% decline from FY 2024. U.S. tech…
Federal judge strikes down USCIS EB-5 fee hike, fueling H-1B lawsuits
A Colorado federal judge struck down USCIS’s EB-5 fee hikes for lacking the RIA-required fee study, restoring lower pre-April 2024…
Influencer Slams MAGA Over H-1B Store Clerk Claim: H-1B Is Degreed
A MAGA rift erupted when Trump defended H-1B use for specialized manufacturing roles. Critics allege misuse for low-skilled jobs, but…
Amazon, Meta, Microsoft and Google Dominate H-1B Approvals in 2025
In fiscal 2025 U.S. tech giants dominated initial H-1B approvals: Amazon had 4,644 approvals and top firms prioritized AI and…
H-1B Layoffs Strain U.S. Homeowners Amid Mortgage, Visa Rules
In 2025, H‑1B layoffs plus a new $100,000 employer fee and HUD’s FHA restriction for non‑permanent residents left many visa…
EEOC: Employers Should Not Favor H-1B Workers Over Americans
The EEOC’s November 2025 guidance says favoring H-1B holders with phrases like “H-1B preferred” can violate Title VII. Employers should…
Visa Crackdowns and the 17% Fall in US International Student Enrollments
A 17% drop in new international student admissions reflects tougher visa reviews, processing delays and uncertainty about post-study work. Graduate…