Federal Agents Accuse Chicago Man of Offering Money to Kill Senior Border Patrol Official

The Department of Homeland Security has identified the intended victim as Gregory Bovino.

Bovino has taken on a highly visible role in immigration enforcement campaigns in both Los Angeles and Chicago.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/06/us/chicago-charges-money-kill-bovino.html

Lawsuit seeks to stop Trump’s $100,000 fee for H-1B visas

SEATTLE, Washington — In what appears to be the first major challenge to the new $100,000 fee required for H-1B visa applications, a coalition of health care providers, religious groups, university professors, and others filed a federal lawsuit on Friday to stop the plan.

The coalition argues that the new fee has “thrown employers, workers and federal agencies into chaos.” The lawsuit marks a significant pushback against the policy introduced during President Donald Trump’s administration.

https://business.inquirer.net/550756/lawsuit-seeks-to-stop-trumps-100000-fee-for-h-1b-visas

Canada lists Bishnoi Gang as terrorist entity

A terrorist listing in Canada grants the federal government the authority to freeze or seize property, vehicles, and money associated with designated groups. It also equips Canadian law enforcement with enhanced tools to prosecute terrorist offences.

The Canadian government has officially designated the Bishnoi gang, led by notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, as a terrorist organization. This move follows the gang’s involvement in murder, shootings, arson, and the spread of terror through extortion and intimidation.

“Acts of violence and terror have no place in Canada, especially those that target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation. That is why Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced that the Government of Canada has listed the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code,” stated the Canadian Ministry of Public Safety.

According to the Ministry, the terrorist listing means that any assets owned by the group in Canada—including property, vehicles, and money—can be frozen or seized. It also provides Canadian law enforcement with additional powers to prosecute terrorist offences, including those related to financing, travel, and recruitment.

For example, it is a criminal offence for anyone in Canada, as well as Canadians abroad, to knowingly deal with property owned or controlled by a terrorist group. The Public Safety Ministry further clarified that it is illegal to directly or indirectly provide property if one knows it will be used by or benefit a terrorist organization.

The Criminal Code listing can also be used by immigration and border officials to make decisions on admissibility to Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.

“The Bishnoi Gang is a transnational criminal organisation operating primarily out of India. They have a presence in Canada and are active in areas with significant diaspora communities. The Bishnoi Gang engages in murder, shootings, and arson, and generates terror through extortion and intimidation. They create a climate of insecurity by targeting communities, their prominent members, businesses, and cultural figures,” the statement added.

The Ministry emphasized that listing the Bishnoi Gang will assist Canadian security, intelligence, and law enforcement agencies in combating their crimes and enhancing community safety.

“Every person in Canada has the right to feel safe in their home and community, and as a government, it is our fundamental responsibility to protect them. Specific communities have been targeted for terror, violence, and intimidation by the Bishnoi Gang. Listing this group of criminal terrorists gives us more powerful and effective tools to confront and put a stop to their crimes,” said Gary Anandasangaree, Canadian Minister of Public Safety.

(With inputs from PTI and IANS)
https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/canada-lists-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-as-terrorist-entity-says-specific-communities-were-targeted-23596385

The Netherlands Teetering at the Immigration Precipice

In the Netherlands, hardly a day passes without furious citizens besieging town halls, often successfully demanding a ban on asylum seekers. On Saturday, September 20, at The Hague, riot police only just managed to keep violent demonstrators from storming an empty Parliament building.

The brutal murder, a month earlier, of a 17-year-old Dutch girl named Lisa has fanned the flames of anti-immigration fury. Lisa was dragged from her bicycle in the middle of the night while returning to her home village of Abcoude after an evening partying in nearby Amsterdam. The suspect is a 22-year-old African asylum seeker, possibly from Nigeria, who was arrested in a refugee center nearby. He is also accused of sexual assaults on two women in Amsterdam, who barely escaped with their lives.

The criminal and anti-social behavior of many asylum seekers dominates the campaign leading up to the parliamentary elections on October 29. According to all opinion polls, the Freedom Party (PVV) of anti-immigration politician Geert Wilders stands to win, as it did in 2023.

In his first reaction to Lisa’s murder—which horrified the nation—Mr. Wilders announced that, under his rule, the more than 300 centers for asylum seekers (AZCs) in the country would be closed forthwith.

The police remain tight-lipped about the suspect, assuming that he is Nigerian but uncertain of his identity. He only recently arrived in the country. Nothing is being divulged about his asylum claim, nor whether he lived in the AZC near the scene of Lisa’s death where he was arrested. This has led to speculation that he used it as a hotel from where he preyed on women and girls.

The Council for Asylum Seekers, the government’s regulatory body, has a lot of explaining to do. The center in question, housing around 800 people, is heavily guarded by police to prevent it from being stormed or worse by irate citizens, as has happened in Britain.

In this toxic political climate, the left accuses Mr. Wilders and others on the radical right of spreading hatred against non-Western immigrants in general and asylum seekers in particular. They argue that Wilders co-inspired the protests by more than a thousand football hooligans at The Hague, with scenes of violence rarely seen in this country.

Two police cars were set on fire, and attempts failed to set ablaze the offices of a center-left party deemed pro-immigration. Yobbos belted out slogans like “Sieg Heil,” yelled nasty things about Jews, and proudly flaunted T-shirts emblazoned with “white power.”

The hatred of foreigners of the criminal variety has united Dutch football hooligans, normally at each other’s throats, in violent protests. At The Hague, a black-clad army of football fans from all over the country, accompanied by members of extreme right-wing fringe movements, had hijacked what was to have been a peaceful demonstration— notably for women’s safety on the streets.

Here, too, Lisa’s fate was uppermost in people’s minds, inspiring the hard-core political and hooligan elements to honor her on huge banners before taking on the riot police.

An odd alliance has thus seen the light between tough young men looking for trouble and women and girls understandably scared of men in crowded AZCs all over the country. Well before Lisa’s murder, people had complained about foreigners’ behavior against (very) young girls and women. Villagers started organizing vigilante groups, making citizens’ arrests during patrols armed with sticks and intimidating dogs.

Immigration was not the only reason why at The Hague bovver boys took to the streets. The perceived denigration of Dutch culture and the Netherlands’ colonial past by the left and leaders of ethnic minorities came a close second. Perhaps on a par with the housing crisis, which asylum seekers are partially blamed for, as they are prioritized on waiting lists for social housing once their applications get approved.

The abundant research by Dutch mathematician Jan van de Beek on the high criminality rates among male asylum seekers used to be anathema to the Dutch left, which cherished its own pundits judged less alarmist. Now, after Lisa’s murder, the united front has started to crack.

Progressives had argued, in response to hateful messages about “rapefugees,” that women’s lack of security in public spaces is a man’s problem, be they foreigners or Dutch. That Lisa had possibly fallen victim to a migrant is therefore deemed a minor detail.

A female columnist in the usually “woke” newspaper NRC begged to differ and came close to sharing the views of Dr. Jan van der Beek, who deems frightful the over-representation of asylum seekers in all aspects of crime in the Netherlands.

For many years, politicians and left-wing media were quick to ridicule people objecting to asylum seekers coming to their town. This pattern has started to change since early this year. Not only are the protests of the erstwhile “yokels” taken seriously, but in quick succession their wishes are also being granted.

Public broadcaster NOS, distrusted by the right, estimates that in the last few months the mayors of at least 15 towns and villages scrapped plans to welcome AZCs. Protests, often violent, outside town halls had a lot to do with it, even though mayors are loath to admit it.

Within the same week in late September, uprisings took place in at least five small provincial towns. In the seaside resort of Noordwijk, stars of the Netherlands’ best-watched TV reality show cheered the protesters on. Everywhere, demonstrators in front of town halls, violent or otherwise, mentioned Lisa’s fate, fearing the same would happen to their daughters.

Supposing the popular anger again leads Mr. Wilders’ party to victory, chances are that it will be a Pyrrhic one. In November 2023 he came in first, only to squander his political capital in less than a year of endless bickering with his three coalition partners under the inexperienced Prime Minister Dick Schoof.

No one on the moderate right wants to again play second fiddle to the authoritarian Wilders. He cuts a lonely figure, living under constant threat of assassination by Islamists, unable to go out and meet the voters unless surrounded by a phalanx of bodyguards.

He had heeded their warnings not to attend the rally in his honor at The Hague that had started peacefully but ended in violence and tears in an already highly-strung political climate.

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https://spectator.org/the-netherlands-teetering-at-the-immigration-precipice/

Three Anti-ICE Influencers Indicted After Stalking, Doxing Agent in Los Angeles [WATCH]

A federal grand jury has indicted three women accused of following an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent to his home and posting his address on Instagram. The Justice Department announced Friday that Cynthia Raygoza, 37, Ashleigh Brown, 38, and Sandra Carmona Samane, 25, were charged with one count of conspiracy and one count of publicly disclosing the personal information of a federal agent.

According to investigators, the incident occurred on August 28 after the women encountered the agent at the Civic Center in Downtown Los Angeles. Prosecutors said they began livestreaming on Instagram accounts including ice_out_of_la, defendmesoamericanculture, and corn_maiden_design. As the agent drove home, the women allegedly followed him in a black sedan driven by Raygoza.

When he arrived at his residence, the women began shouting to neighbors and livestream viewers, identifying him as an ICE officer. “Your neighbor is ICE,” one of them said. Others shouted, “La migra lives here,” and “ICE lives on your street and you should know.” They concluded by announcing the agent’s address and encouraging viewers to come on down. The footage was later deleted from the Instagram accounts.

Brown and Samane were arrested earlier on federal complaints. Brown is being held without bond, in part because she faces a separate charge for assault on a federal officer. Samane was released on a $5,000 bond. Raygoza remains at large.

Acting U.S. Attorney for Southern California Bill Essayli condemned the incident. “Our brave federal agents put their lives on the line every day to keep our nation safe,” he said. “The conduct of these defendants is deeply offensive to law enforcement officers and their families. If you threaten, dox, or harm in any manner one of our agents or employees, you will face prosecution and prison time.”

The indictment follows a string of recent attacks against ICE. Just days earlier, a gunman killed one and critically injured two others at an immigration facility in Dallas, Texas. Anti-ICE activists also disrupted court proceedings in Los Angeles when the charges were first announced.

The arrests come as California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new law banning law enforcement officers from wearing masks while on duty. The measure, introduced in response to ICE officers wearing face coverings during Los Angeles immigration raids, is the first of its kind in the nation.

Law enforcement groups have strongly opposed the ban, saying it exposes federal agents to retaliation. Tricia McLaughlin, Homeland Security’s assistant secretary for public affairs, called the law “despicable” and a “flagrant attempt to endanger our officers.” She added that Newsom’s rhetoric had contributed to a 1,000 percent increase in attacks on federal agents and accused him of acting as a sanctuary politician who placed officers at risk of being doxxed and targeted by known and suspected terrorist sympathizers.

Essayli also criticized the measure, stating on X that California has no authority to regulate federal law enforcement. “If Newsom wants to regulate our agents, he must go through Congress,” he wrote.

The California State Sheriffs Association, the Peace Officers Research Association of California, and the California Police Chiefs Association have all voiced opposition, calling the law reckless and dangerous. They argue that protecting the identities of agents is critical for their safety and that of their families, especially in light of increased harassment both online and in public.

President Donald Trump also weighed in, urging Democrats to stop what he described as inflammatory rhetoric against ICE. “The Brave Men and Women of ICE are just trying to do their jobs, and remove the WORST of the WORST Criminals out of our Country, but they are facing an unprecedented increase in threats, violence, and attacks by Deranged Radical Leftists,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

“This violence is the result of the Radical Left Democrats constantly demonizing Law Enforcement, calling for ICE to be demolished, and comparing ICE Officers to Nazis,” he continued. “I AM CALLING ON ALL DEMOCRATS TO STOP THIS RHETORIC AGAINST ICE AND AMERICA’S LAW ENFORCEMENT, RIGHT NOW!”

Trump reaffirmed that his administration remains committed to its pledge to secure the nation’s borders and support law enforcement officers carrying out that mission.
https://www.lifezette.com/2025/09/three-anti-ice-influencers-indicted-after-stalking-doxing-agent-in-los-angeles-watch/

US companies will now hire remote workers: Economist’s take on H-1B visa fee hike triggers debate

Economist Warns US Companies May Shift to Outsourcing Instead of Using H-1B Program

Economist Peter Schiff has stirred controversy regarding the H-1B visa program by expressing his opinion that the recent hike in visa fees may not deter tech companies from hiring foreign talent. Instead, he warns that companies might opt to hire foreigners for remote roles, where employees work outside of the United States.

If this shift occurs, the intended goal of preserving American jobs may not be achieved. Several social media users joined the debate, sharing mixed opinions. Many expressed that they are comfortable with companies hiring remote workers abroad, as long as migrants are not crowding the US job market.

“One of the unintended consequences of Trump’s $100,000 fee on H-1B visas is that companies will outsource the work outside of the U.S. Remote workers won’t pay U.S. income taxes or spend their earnings in ways that benefit local landlords or other U.S. businesses and their workers,” Schiff posted on X.

The conversation continued with users weighing in on the implications:

– “I don’t think MAGA racists would have any problem with the jobs being outsourced to India. They don’t really care about the jobs they know they lack the skills to get. Their problem is they don’t want non-white immigrants,” one user commented.

– “We are fine with that. Let them stay remote in other countries. It is low-level work most of the time. We prefer that they don’t come here and they don’t bring all of their H-4 visa family members also,” another said.

– “They could have offshored the work before H-1B, but they chose the pricier alternative of having them brought in. Most likely they’ll pay to keep the best ones, jettison the rest, and replace them with domestic workers,” added a third user.

Many argue that offshoring is already a viable option for companies and nothing has prevented them from doing so previously. Still, companies have chosen to hire H-1B workers and bring them to the U.S. Now, with increased visa costs, the dynamics may change.

This raises an important question: Who will be hurt by the $100,000 visa fee? Will it harm foreign countries, or will it negatively impact the U.S. economy?

Economists have already issued warnings that a decline in immigrant workers due to the increased visa fee could hurt the U.S. economy. H-1B visa holders contribute significantly by spending and investing their salaries within the U.S., which in turn boosts consumer demand and creates new jobs.

As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how companies will adapt their hiring strategies and what long-term effects the visa fee hike will have on the American workforce and economy.

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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/us-companies-will-now-hire-remote-workers-economists-take-on-h-1b-visa-fee-hike-triggers-debate/articleshow/124186565.cms

MSNBC Analyst Blames ICE Policies After Shooter Opens Fire on Dallas Facility [WATCH]

During Wednesday’s broadcast of *Katy Tur Reports* on MSNBC, network Security and Intelligence Analyst Christopher O’Leary discussed the recent shooting at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Texas. He argued that federal law enforcement practices should be reviewed alongside calls to reduce heated political rhetoric.

O’Leary began by characterizing terrorism as a form of communication aimed at shaping perceptions beyond those directly affected. “So, terrorism is theater. It’s intended to influence an audience beyond its immediate victims. It’s putting a message out. And terrorism falls into really three categories: It’s either religiously motivated, ideologically motivated, or, in this case, politically motivated,” he said.

He added, “The politically motivated ones don’t happen in a vacuum. It happens because conditions have been set that people start acting out against.”

According to O’Leary, the current environment has fueled anger and contributed to violent acts targeting government institutions. He cited several factors, including diminishing confidence in institutions, economic inequality, and the operational methods of federal law enforcement agencies.

“The conditions are distrust in institutions that’s been building for quite some time, attacks on institutions, the wealth gap, oppressive policies—at least this is what people perceive—and then the militarization of ICE and other federal law enforcement, the wearing of the masks, the aggressive tactics,” O’Leary explained.

He argued that these conditions create a sense among some individuals that violent acts are the only available means of protest. “So, the people who are starting to act out against this feel it’s their only recourse. Again, this is predictable. We see this happening throughout our history and in other places as well,” he said.

While noting that toning down heated political rhetoric is important, O’Leary maintained that addressing underlying policies and enforcement methods is equally necessary.

“So, we can tone down the rhetoric, and that’s the right message. But you also have to start looking at what policies you’ve implemented and what tactics you’re using, because if you tone down the rhetoric but you leave those other pieces in place, nothing’s going to change,” he emphasized.

O’Leary’s comments followed reports of gunfire directed at an ICE facility in Texas, which authorities confirmed is under investigation.

His remarks highlighted an ongoing debate over the relationship between public discourse, government policy, and violent acts targeting federal agencies. He framed the Texas shooting as part of a broader pattern in which political motivations drive individuals to target institutions they see as symbols of oppressive or unfair practices.

As the investigation into the ICE facility shooting continues, O’Leary’s analysis suggests that federal agencies may face increasing scrutiny—not only over the incidents themselves but also over the policies and tactics that critics argue contribute to the conditions in which such attacks occur.
https://www.lifezette.com/2025/09/msnbc-analyst-blames-ice-policies-after-shooter-opens-fire-on-dallas-facility-watch/

Two US giants appoint Indian-origin CEOs as H-1B debate intensifies

**Two US Giants Appoint Indian-Origin CEOs as H-1B Debate Intensifies**

*By Mudit Dube | Sep 24, 2025, 02:14 PM*

In a significant development, two prominent US companies, T-Mobile and Molson Coors, have appointed Indian-origin executives as their new CEOs. Srinivas Gopalan will take over as CEO of T-Mobile on November 1, while Rahul Goyal will assume the same position at Molson Coors on October 1.

These appointments come amid an ongoing debate over President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, a move that has generated concern among professionals and companies reliant on high-skilled migration.

**Srinivas Gopalan: From COO to CEO at T-Mobile**

Currently serving as T-Mobile’s Chief Operating Officer, Srinivas Gopalan will succeed Mike Sievert as the company’s next CEO. Sievert will transition into a newly created management role as Vice Chairman.

Gopalan is an alumnus of Delhi Public School RK Puram and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. He began his career at Unilever India before moving to Accenture. Over the years, he has held senior leadership positions at Vodafone, Bharti Airtel, Capital One, and Deutsche Telekom in Germany.

**Rahul Goyal: A Veteran Leader at Molson Coors**

Rahul Goyal, who has been with Molson Coors since 2001, will replace Gavin Hattersley as CEO of the multinational drinks and brewing company headquartered in Chicago.

Goyal has held several key leadership roles within the organization, including Global CIO and CFO for the India business. He graduated from the University of Mysore and the University of Denver. His expertise in global strategy and operations is expected to help Molson Coors navigate evolving consumer trends and rising trade tariffs in the US market.

**H-1B Visa Fee Proposal Sparks Concern**

The appointments of Gopalan and Goyal come at a time when the Trump administration’s controversial proposal to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications has unsettled many Indian IT professionals—the majority of current H-1B recipients.

This policy has created uncertainty for skilled workers and the companies that rely on their talent. Nevertheless, the rise of leaders like Gopalan and Goyal underscores the integral role Indian-origin professionals continue to play in shaping US corporations, despite challenges posed by immigration policies.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/t-mobile-molson-coors-appoint-indian-ceos-amid-h-1b-debate/story

Battle for Global Talent: UK Mulls Offering Free Visas for Top Talent as Trump Enforces $100k H-1B Fee

In a high-stakes transatlantic showdown for the world’s brightest minds, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is aiming to eliminate visa fees for elite scientists and digital experts to supercharge Britain’s economic growth. This bold move comes in the wake of US President Donald Trump’s executive order on 19 September 2025, which imposed a $100,000 (approximately £74,000) annual fee on new H-1B visas, reshaping high-skilled immigration overnight.

As global competition for top talent intensifies, Britain’s strategy signals a clear pivot to attract world-class innovators amid America’s tightening immigration policies.

### Scrapping Fees: UK’s Strategic Lure for High-Skilled Innovators

Starmer’s global talent taskforce, co-chaired by Science Minister Lord Patrick Vallance and business adviser Varun Chandra, is pushing to abolish application costs for outstanding foreign professionals.

“We’re talking about the sort of people who have attended the world’s top five universities or have won prestigious prizes. We’re kicking around the idea of cutting costs to zero,” an official told the *Financial Times* on 22 September 2025.

The proposal extends to waiving fees for partners and children, easing family relocation for individuals in science, engineering, and digital technology fields.

The Home Office supports the initiative, stating it will “attract and retain high-skilled talent, particularly in science, research, and technology, to maintain the UK’s status as a leading international hub for emerging talent and innovation.”

Discussions between Number 10 and the Treasury intensified following Trump’s announcement, with insiders noting it “put wind in the sails” of immigration reform ahead of the 26 November 2025 Budget.

Importantly, no job offer is required under this visa, which fast-tracks settlement for leaders in their fields and is endorsed by organizations such as UK Research and Innovation. Official statistics show grants surged 76% to 3,901 in the year to June 2023.

### Trump’s H-1B Hammer: $100k Fee Upends US Tech Hiring

Trump’s executive order mandates a $100,000 (approximately £74,000) annual fee for new H-1B visa petitions, affecting fresh applicants from the February 2026 lottery.

Since 2004, the H-1B program has been capped at 85,000 visas annually and faced criticism for suppressing wages. Yet, tech giants like Amazon — which secured 12,000 approvals in early 2025 — remain heavily reliant on it.

White House aide Abigail Jackson clarified on 20 September 2025 that existing visa holders will be exempt from the fee, urging those currently abroad to return quickly.

India accounted for 71% of 2024 approvals, and China 11.7%, according to US data.

US Labour Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is reviewing prevailing wage regulations to better protect American workers.

This order forms part of Trump’s broader immigration clampdown initiated in January 2025 and has alarmed sectors such as IT, prompting companies to scramble amid talent shortages.

Elon Musk backed the measure for addressing genuine workforce gaps, while critics warn it could stifle innovation.

### UK Gains Edge in High-Skilled Immigration Tug-of-War

Starmer’s May 2025 white paper raised skilled worker thresholds to RQF level 6 and increased the Immigration Skills Charge by 32%, now standing at £2,400 for small firms and £6,600 for large ones.

Despite these hikes, elite visa pathways remain open for AI pioneers and engineers, with no salary floors applied.

“This isn’t about diluting our determination to bring down net migration, but it’s about getting the brightest and best into Britain,” Lord Vallance affirmed.

Trump’s hefty H-1B fee may reroute 7,000 to 8,000 workers annually, benefiting UK firms under the current minimum cap of 41,700 visas from 22 July 2025.

English language requirements for visa extensions will also rise to B2 level.

*Financial Times* journalist John Reed posted on X: “Will America’s loss be Britain’s gain? UK explores plan to drop visa fees for top global talent.”

Meanwhile, Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering tax adjustments for non-domiciled residents to further boost the UK’s appeal.

With net migration approaching one million by June 2023, this strategy reflects a delicate balance between immigration control and ambitious economic growth.
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/battle-global-talent-uk-mulls-offering-free-visas-top-talent-trump-enforces-100k-h-1b-fee-1744982

H-1B visa fee hike: Beneficiaries like Musk, Nadella, Pichai silent

**H-1B Visa Fee Hike: Beneficiaries Like Musk, Nadella, Pichai Remain Silent**
*By Dwaipayan Roy | Sep 21, 2025, 06:25 PM*

Silicon Valley’s tech giants, including Elon Musk, Sundar Pichai, and Satya Nadella, have remained notably silent following the announcement of a new $100,000 fee on H-1B visa petitions. The fee hike was introduced by the Trump administration last Saturday, sparking surprise given that some of these leaders, notably Musk, have previously expressed strong opposition to changes in the H-1B visa system.

**Musk’s Previous Stance on H-1B Visa Changes**

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has been vocal about the importance of the H-1B visa program. In December, Musk took to X (formerly Twitter) to highlight that many critical contributors to his companies are beneficiaries of the H-1B visa. He went as far as threatening to “go to war” if the system was altered in a way that could harm these professionals.

**Details of the New Rule**

The recent regulation, signed by President Trump, imposes a hefty $100,000 fee on H-1B visa petitions. According to the administration, the goal is to ensure that only “extraordinarily skilled” individuals enter the U.S. workforce, preventing companies from using foreign professionals to replace American workers.

This fee hike predominantly affects Indian professionals, who make up approximately 71% of all H-1B visa holders.

**Clarifications on the Fee**

The administration clarified that this new rule only applies to *new* visa petitions and does not impact existing H-1B visa holders who are re-entering the country. Karoline Leavitt, White House spokesperson, explained on X that “this is NOT an annual fee. It’s a one-time fee that applies only to the petition.”

A petition refers to a company’s request to bring a skilled foreign worker to the U.S. workforce.

The response—or lack thereof—by influential tech leaders continues to draw attention as the industry assesses the impact of this significant policy change on talent acquisition and innovation.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/h-1b-visa-s-100-000-fee-what-are-silicon-valley-ceos-saying/story

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