A coalition of healthcare providers, religious groups, and educators filed a federal lawsuit challenging President Trump’s recently imposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee. The rapid implementation caused disruption for employers and workers reliant on this program that supplies skilled professionals including teachers and medical staff. The plaintiffs argue the fee jeopardizes essential staffing and innovation and seek an immediate injunction. The fee change signals a broader shift in immigration policy aiming to prioritize American workers but raises concerns about harming sectors dependent on global talent.
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