Trump seeks to change the H-1B visa for skilled workers
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is looking to revamp the H-1B visa system to better accommodate highly skilled and well-compensated foreign workers. This proposal was submitted on Tuesday. Under the new plan, the existing lottery system will be replaced with a “numerical cap.” This approach allows employers to focus on hiring higher-skilled workers who […]
Labor Department Initiates ‘Project Firewall’ to Address H-1B Visa Fraud
The Department of Labor (DOL) has initiated an enforcement campaign instructing federal agencies to revise their foreign worker programs based on President Donald Trump’s recent statement, which suggests that these programs might be harming American employees. Known as “Project Firewall,” the initiative was announced last Friday. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez Deremar emphasized that the focus […]
Fold Partners with Stripe and Visa to Introduce First Bitcoin-Only Credit Card
Fold Launches New Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card Fold, a company focused on Bitcoin financial services, has shared some exciting news today. They are teaming up with Stripe and Visa to introduce the Fold Bitcoin Credit Card™. This card aims to help users accumulate Bitcoin simply by making purchases, similar to traditional credit cards. This partnership […]
US futures dip slightly after recent gains; markets seek insight on Trump visa policy
US Stock Index Futures Dip Amid Visa Policy Concerns US stock index futures dropped on Monday after Wall Street’s main indexes reached record highs in the prior session. There’s a lot of uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s recent visa policies, which seems to have caught many off guard. The market has taken a pause following a […]
Asian stocks remain cautious following Trump’s visa restrictions.
SINGAPORE (Reuters) – The dollar found some stability on Monday as Asian stocks made minor movements. Traders are reflecting on the potential direction of U.S. monetary policy in light of last week’s interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The recent crackdown on worker visas by the Trump administration has stirred mixed emotions among immigrants. […]
Interested in Becoming American? The ‘Trump Gold Card’ Visa Now Offers Entry for $1 Million
Trump’s Gold Card Visa Announcement On September 19, 2025, at the White House, President Donald Trump is set to reveal the “Trump Gold Card.” This initiative offers foreigners a chance to secure permanent residence in the U.S. by investing $1 million, with an option for citizenship later. For a heftier $5 million, individuals can avoid […]
White House aims to calm concerns about H1-B visa restrictions, clarifying that the new $100K fee won’t affect current visa holders.
The new $100,000 fee for President Trump’s High-Skill H-1B visa will only affect individuals applying for the visa anew, according to White House officials who shared this information with the Post on Saturday. This change is causing some concerns among companies that heavily depend on foreign talent. It’s important to note that after 12:10 am […]
Trump issues order mandating a $100K yearly fee for H-1B visa applications
Trump Signs New Visa Fee for Foreign Workers President Donald Trump has enacted a significant new requirement involving the fees for skilled foreign workers, introducing a hefty $100,000 annual charge for those applying for H-1B visas. This initiative, aimed at providing temporary access to highly skilled foreign workers—particularly in fields like technology—comes amid concerns that […]
Trump Introduces $1 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visa
On Friday, President Donald Trump issued an executive order introducing a “gold card” visa program. This option allows “extraordinary” foreigners to pay $1 million for expedited immigration into the United States. Trump made the announcement in the Oval Office, flanked by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and White House Secretary Will Scharf. Foreign nationals can either […]
Trump Issues Proclamation Introducing $100k Charge for H-1B Visa Applications, but Experts Worry About Potential Loopholes
Trump’s Declaration on H-1B Visa Program President Donald Trump has made a declaration that takes aim at American companies, accusing them of favoring less skilled foreign workers over capable American graduates. He claims this practice undermines both the economy and national security. In his statement regarding the H-1B visa program, Trump pointed out that American […]