- In a significant policy shift, President Trump has enacted a proclamation mandating a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications, a stark increase from the previous $215 registration cost.
- This move directly impacts the immigration pathway for skilled workers, which has historically fueled innovation in Silicon Valley, producing giants like Elon Musk and Instagram.
- Critics argue that this change could stifle growth and limit the influx of talent essential for the tech industry’s future.
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