Trump Imposes $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visas, Sparking Confusion and Panic
The recent announcement by Trump to impose a $100,000 annual fee on new H-1B visa applications has left companies and foreign workers in disarray. While the White House insists that the fee will not apply to existing visa holders, many tech companies are scrambling to provide guidance to their employees. Indian workers, who constitute a significant portion of H-1B holders, express concerns over the potential humanitarian consequences of the new regulations. As the change takes effect, fears mount about its impact on the tech industry and relations between the U.S. and India, with officials warning that this could disrupt families and lead to increased difficulties for skilled workers seeking to return to the U.S. amid rising travel concerns.
The New York Times, Forbes, BBC, Axios, Moneycontrol, Upstox, the-independent.com, Times of India, CNN, CNBC