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The US has implemented new travel restrictions affecting individuals from seven countries, along with ongoing bans on others, citing national security concerns, and has introduced a weighted system for H1-B visa applications to prioritize higher-wage earners, which may limit opportunities for lower-wage foreign workers and impact international students.
New immigration restrictions ordered by President Trump, including a travel ban on individuals from seven countries and changes to the H1-B visa program prioritizing higher-wage earners, went into effect on January 1, 2026, amid ongoing debates over national security and immigration policy.
President Trump expressed skepticism about the US having enough talented domestic workers to fill certain jobs, emphasizing the need for skilled foreign workers and defending the H1-B visa program amid ongoing immigration crackdowns and efforts to limit foreign labor.
President Trump announced a new $100,000 fee for H1-B visa applicants, causing confusion and concern among companies and potential workers, with the new rules taking effect soon.