President Donald Trump has taken a definitive step to reform the H-1B visa program by signing a proclamation that imposes a new $100,000 fee on applications. This decisive action is a core part of the administration's commitment to putting American workers first.

This new fee is designed to discourage the abuse of the H-1B program and ensure that it is used as originally intended: to bring in the world's most highly skilled workers for jobs that cannot be filled by American citizens. By significantly increasing the cost, the administration is making it clear that the program should not be a tool for companies to undercut American wages or displace qualified American workers.

The policy change sends a strong message to employers to invest in and hire from the domestic workforce. According to administration officials, this measure will help restore the integrity of the H-1B program, ensuring that it serves the national interest and supports the American labor market.

This move is expected to have a positive impact on American tech workers and recent graduates, creating a more competitive landscape for U.S. talent.

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