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[Audio] . BREAKING NEWS Trumpidd $ O,OO Eee-toH4B.Visa Applications.

[Audio] What is H-1B Visa? The H-1B visa is a U.S. nonimmigrant work visa that allows companies to hire foreign professionals in specialized fields like IT, healthcare, engineering, and finance. It’s valid for three years and extendable to six, often serving as a pathway to permanent residency. Candidates must be sponsored by a U.S. employer and selected through a competitive lottery system due to limited annual quotas. For many Indian professionals, the H-1B represents a gateway to global career growth—but it comes with legal complexities and emotional challenges..

[Audio] “H-1B Visa Suspension & Fee Hike – Legal Breakdown On September 19, 2025, President Donald Trump enacted a presidential directive from the Oval Office of the White House in Washington. The latest mandate introduces a one-time levy of $100,000, applicable exclusively to fresh H-1B visa applicants. In a pivotal clarification issued by the White House on Saturday, September 20, officials emphasized that this non-recurring charge does not extend to renewals or previously filed petitions. The revised immigration protocol officially took effect at midnight on Sunday, September 21, triggering widespread concern across the technology sector. Petitions submitted prior to the proclamation’s activation date remain unaffected by the new stipulations..

[Audio] INA Legal Sections The legal foundation for the 2025 H-1B visa suspension and fee hike lies in two powerful sections of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). 1) INA Section 212(f): It grants the President broad authority to suspend the entry of noncitizens if their presence is deemed detrimental to U.S. interests. This section was invoked to justify blocking new H-1B applicants from entering the country. 2) INA Section 215(a): It empowers the President to regulate the conditions under which noncitizens travel to and from the United States. It was used to enforce the $100,000 fee requirement for new H-1B petitions..

[Audio] “Who is Exempt ? – National Interest Categories” Food Supply Chain Agricultural Workers Distribution and logistics roles Defense & Law Enforcement Engineers in defense projects Cybersecurity Analysts Public Health Doctors and nurses Epidemiologists Diplomacy & Strategic Projects Food Processing Staff Supports national food security Enhances national security Intelligence and surveillance support Biotech and vaccine researchers Critical to pandemic response and healthcare Foreign Policy Advisors Infrastructure consultants International collaboration roles Strengthens U.S. global positioning.

[Audio] $100,000 Fee Impact. $100,000 Fee Impact.

[Audio] Impact on Indian Professionals The H-1B suspension and $100,000 fee have deeply affected Indian professionals. Many skilled workers with approved jobs now face blocked entry, stalled careers, and emotional stress. Families are separated, students are stuck in visa limbo, and employers face talent gaps. For thousands, this policy feels like a sudden barrier to years of hard work and aspiration..

[Audio] Legal & Constitutional View The H-1B suspension and fee hike have triggered legal concerns over fairness and executive authority. Critics argue the $100,000 fee may violate equal protection and due process, especially for candidates already approved. Legal experts also question whether the President exceeded his powers under immigration law by imposing financial barriers without Congress. This policy is now at the center of a growing constitutional debate..

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