Trump Makes New Visa Fee
Washington, D.C. – President Donald J. Trump has taken another bold step to defend American workers and crack down on corporate abuse of foreign labor programs.
On Friday, Trump signed a groundbreaking proclamation that will raise the application fee for H-1B work visas to $100,000. The move is aimed at discouraging corporations—particularly in the tech industry—from bypassing qualified American workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor.
“We need workers, we need great workers — and this will ensure that happens,” Trump declared while signing the order, emphasizing his commitment to putting American jobs first.
Commerce Secretary: “Stop Bringing in People to Take Our Jobs”
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick applauded the new policy, framing it as a historic win for American workers and families.
“Stop bringing in people to take our jobs — that’s our policy here,” Lutnick said. “Major U.S. companies are on board. We’ve spoken to them about this new ‘gold card’ system and they fully understand the benefits for American workers.”
The $100,000 fee will be added on top of existing visa costs, which employers are required to pay. This steep increase creates a strong financial disincentive for companies that rely on foreign hires instead of investing in U.S. talent.
Ending Decades of Corporate Abuse
The H-1B visa program was designed to allow businesses to temporarily hire international workers for specialized positions. These visas are valid for three years and can be extended to six.
However, critics say the program has been abused by Big Tech and large corporations to replace American employees with cheaper foreign labor, driving down wages and destroying middle-class job opportunities.
Trump’s new policy doesn’t just raise fees — it also directs the Department of Labor, under Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, to restructure prevailing wage standards. This means corporations will no longer be able to lowball salaries for foreign workers to undercut American job seekers.
Why It Matters to American Families
For decades, U.S. workers have been forced to compete against a flood of imported labor, while companies pocket the profits. Under President Trump’s leadership, that era is coming to an end.
This dramatic fee increase will:
- Protect American jobs by discouraging outsourcing.
- Raise wages by preventing corporations from hiring cheap foreign workers.
- Encourage companies to train and invest in U.S. talent.
Economists predict the change will significantly reduce foreign worker applications, restoring balance to industries like technology, engineering, and healthcare.
Trump’s America First Vision
This policy is another powerful step in President Trump’s America First agenda, reinforcing his commitment to secure the U.S. economy, defend the middle class, and ensure American citizens are prioritized over foreign labor.
As the 2024 election season intensifies, Trump’s latest move is sure to energize voters who have long demanded stronger protections against corporate exploitation and globalist policies that hurt American workers.
“This is about fairness,” Trump said. “American jobs should go to American workers — period.”
