Trump 2.0 to threaten H-1B plans of tech companies
Trump administration has raised concerns over the revival of the anti-immigration agenda in the US, even as the tech industry is already ringing alarm bells about the H-1B visa fee hikes. The unprecedented fee hikes are likely to be implemented from 2025.
Next year, the H-1B visa registration fees are to increase 2,050% from $10 to $215, while the application fee will increase 70% from $460 to $780. Initial registrations for the fiscal 2025 H-1B cap began March 6 and will continue till March 22.
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Trump is now the Republican challenger to Democrat Joe Biden in the presidential race, after rival Nikki Haley on Wednesday suspended her campaign.
“There's a lot at stake in this election for immigration, definitely,” Chothani said. “Both the parties do want to stop illegal immigration. The Democrats are more open to immigration, legitimate immigration for family reunion and business, while the Trump administration is less likely to be pro-immigration, even for family
