A federal judge in the United States has struck down the Trump administration’s controversial $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, ruling that the measure exceeded presidential authority and effectively functioned as an unauthorized tax. The court concluded that only Congress has the power to impose such taxes, making the fee legally invalid. The ruling immediately blocks enforcement of the policy nationwide and is being viewed as a significant development for employers that rely on highly skilled foreign professionals.
The decision is expected to benefit thousands of Indian technology professionals, engineers, healthcare workers, and students seeking employment opportunities in the United States through the H-1B program. Industry experts believe the removal of the hefty fee could help companies continue recruiting global talent without facing a dramatic increase in hiring costs. While the administration is expected to challenge the ruling through an appeal, the judgment has been welcomed by businesses, universities, and immigration advocates who argued that the fee would have severely restricted access to skilled international workers.
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