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Protests and Tensions Rise Over ICE Operations in Chicago Suburb

Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian

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The article reports on the increasing arrests and injuries faced by US military veterans during protests against ICE's immigration enforcement and Trump's deportation policies, highlighting specific incidents involving veterans like Dana Briggs and John Cerrone, and discussing broader concerns about government brutality and militarization affecting veterans and civil liberties.

India criticizes Trump's proposed H-1B visa fee hike amid US workforce protections

Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News

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The White House clarified that the new $100,000 fee on H-1B visas only applies to new applicants, not current visa holders, amid confusion over the policy's scope. The fee, part of Trump's broader immigration overhaul, faces criticism and potential legal challenges, especially from India, which supplies over 70% of H-1B workers. The move aims to make visas more expensive and reduce their numbers, with some proposing alternative high-cost visas like the $1 million 'gold card' and 'platinum card' options for wealthy foreigners.

US Implements New H-1B Visa Fees and Protections Amid Tech and Foreign Government Concerns

Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNBC

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, prompting major tech companies and foreign governments to respond, as the move threatens to significantly impact highly skilled immigrant workers and disrupt international relations and industries reliant on these visas.