"Last month,President Trump announced a $100,000 charge for an H1-B. There's still some confusion on how the system will work. On Friday, a coalition of labor unions, health care providers, schools and religious organizations filed suit against the Trump administration over the constitutionality of the order."
"Challenges by liberal groups, like Democracy Forward, who've made a habit over filing frivolous lawsuits should not be taken seriously. President Trump promised to put American workers first, and his commonsense action on H1-B visas does just that by discouraging companies from spamming the system and driving down American wages, while providing certainty to employers who need to bring the best talent from overseas."
"The intrigue: It's still unclear what the process is for actually paying the $100,000, explain researchers at the Economic Innovation Group, a bipartisan think tank. Those working at nonprofits also appear to be on the hook - potentially a blow for research and science in the U.S. The administration can grant exemptions from the fee if it's in the national interest, although it's not clear who would be eligible."
H-1B visas are allocated via lottery to foreign workers with at least a bachelor's degree, with roughly 85,000 visas issued annually and nonprofits exempt from the cap. The administration announced a $100,000 charge for each H-1B, prompting lawsuits from a coalition of unions, health care providers, schools and religious organizations that argue the president lacks unilateral authority to alter the congressional system. The White House defends the move as protecting American wages and employers. Researchers note confusion about payment mechanics, potential effects on nonprofits and research, and unclear criteria for national-interest exemptions.
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