Trump administration tightens foreign labor visas, Anthony D'Esposito signals action
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The Trump administration is tightening rules around foreign labor visas, with US Department of Labor Inspector General Anthony D'Esposito signaled possible new action.
This comes as a New York hospital's residency hiring practices are under scrutiny, raising questions about how hospitals use employment-based immigration programs.
H-1B restrictions extended to 2027
Restrictions on certain H-1B workers have been extended to 2027, including a hefty $100,000 fee for some entries.
The White House says these changes are about protecting American jobs and stopping abuse.
H-1B registrations from major IT staffing firms have fallen sharply between the FY2025 and FY2027 cap seasons, from 24,946 to 2,055.