Unions take legal action against the Trump administration for reviewing social media of visa holders.
On Thursday, three labor unions filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming violations of the First Amendment. This issue stems from a program that monitors visa holders’ social media activity. The unions involved—United Nations, National Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Machinery Workers Union, and the American Federation of Teachers—are seeking a federal court’s intervention to […]
Supreme Court declines to take up case on H-1B visa issues
Changes to H-1B Visa Rules and Supreme Court Decision This week, news outlets reported that the Biden administration’s Department of Homeland Security has updated H-1B visa regulations, permitting nonimmigrant workers to work remotely while in the U.S. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court chose not to take up a case that questioned the executive branch’s authority […]
Biden-era rule change quietly allows H-1B visa holders to work from home
Concerns Over H-1B Visa Holders Working from Home Recently, a social media post caught attention, revealing government data indicating that many H-1B visa holders have listed their residential addresses as work locations. Originally, these visa holders were brought to the US under the premise that local workers lacked necessary skills for specific industries. However, further […]
The visa that took away jobs in America’s tech industry
Senator Jim Banks Proposes Legislation to Reform H-1B Visa Program Last month, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the American Tech Workforce Act, a legislative effort aimed at addressing issues within the H-1B visa program and safeguarding American workers. One notable aspect of this law is its provision to limit remote work by foreign employees in […]
Portugal’s updated ‘golden’ visa program experiences a 571% increase in interest from the US.
Portugal Launches New Visa Program for Americans In a move that’s catching the attention of many, Portugal has recently introduced a “golden” visa program aimed specifically at Americans. This comes amid a growing interest in such programs worldwide. The LXL Ventures Fund is behind a five-year investment program open to non-EU citizens, allowing them to […]
Indian Politician Encourages Indians in the U.S. to Advocate Against Trump’s Tariff and Visa Policies
Calls for Protection of Indian Workers in the US Senior Indian politicians are emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the growing population of workers and legal immigrants from India in the US, suggesting it aligns with India’s strategic interests. “Silence is an accomplice,” remarked Shashi Tharoor, a British-born politician leading the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign […]
Lawsuit filed against Trump administration regarding $100K H1-B visa fee
A federal lawsuit targeting President Trump’s administration was filed on Friday regarding the proposed $100,000 fee for international employees applying for new H-1B visas. The litigation, initiated in California’s Northern District, unites a coalition of religious groups, healthcare providers, labor unions, and experts in higher education. According to Democracy Advances, “Without relief, hospitals may lose […]
Visa to launch Visa Direct for stablecoins
Key Takeaways: Visa is initiating a Stablecoin Prevunding Pilot for account-based transactions using Visa Direct. What’s at stake?: Payment companies are eager to discover a viable use case for stablecoins following the passage of the Genius Act. Looking ahead: The pilot programs are expected to launch on a limited basis in April 2026. Payment companies […]
Project Firewall: DOL goes after visa sponsors in a major enforcement effort on H-1B visas
Pressure on Trump Administration to Address Work Visa Issues The Trump administration is under growing scrutiny to address problems related to work visa fraud and abuse, especially amid ongoing challenges with immigration policies. In response, the Department of Labor (DOL) has initiated a new project called Project Firewall, which aims to enhance accountability for companies […]
Gustavo Petro from Colombia, after losing his visa for encouraging a military uprising in the U.S., urges for Trump to be imprisoned.
Colombian President Calls for Trump to Face Consequences Over Gaza Remarks Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro has urged President Donald Trump to withdraw support for Gaza, suggesting that he should face imprisonment for his alleged backing of what Petro describes as “genocide.” This bold call came shortly after Petro’s US visa was canceled following a visit […]