Trump administration proposes $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
What happened
The Trump administration has proposed a fee exceeding $100,000 for H-1B visas, with one report specifying the amount as $103,000.
Why it matters
This proposal follows a previous administration attempt to implement a similar fee that was blocked by a federal judge.
Context
President Trump has stated his position that the H-1B visa program, which allows for the hiring of skilled foreign workers, results in the displacement of American workers.
Sources
- Politico Original article
- The Washington Post Original article