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Trump H-1B Visa Fee Hike: Reshaping Tech Talent Pipeline
Good evening, friends. On September 19, 2025, President Trump signed a new rule that raises the cost of an H-1B visa from $460 to $100,000. That’s a huge jump. The H-1B is a visa that lets skilled workers from other countries come to the U.S. to work in tech and science jobs. The goal of this change is to push companies to hire more Americans first. But big tech companies are worried it could hurt young people who want to work in science and tech fields.
The Policy Shift
The money from the higher fees would go to border security. Supporters of the plan say it will protect U.S. jobs and wages. But critics say it will stop bright minds from other countries from coming here to study and work. Since most H-1B visas are for STEM jobs (that means science, technology, engineering, and math), it could mean fewer international classmates or teammates in labs, schools, and startups.
Impact on Innovation
H-1B workers do not just take jobs - they also help create them. The U.S. government says they support about 1 million jobs every year. If the fee goes this high, experts think applications could drop by 70%. Startups, which often rely on new ideas and global teamwork, could suffer the most. If you are planning to go into computer science or engineering, this could change who you get to work with in the future.
Industry and Youth Response
Big tech leaders are already asking the government to rethink this. Students on campuses are speaking out too, calling for visas based on talent and skills, not money. The big question is: how do we protect American workers while still making sure the U.S. stays a leader in technology?
Challenges Ahead
The new rule is expected to face lawsuits from business groups. At the same time, the agency that handles visas is already behind on paperwork. For teens and young adults, this means the rules about jobs, internships, and future careers could keep changing.
Why It Matters
Visa rules might sound boring, but they actually shape your world. They decide who sits next to you in class, who joins your future company, and who helps invent the next big thing in tech.
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