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U.S. Defends $100K H-1B Fee Amid Legal Challenges

10/26/2025

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The U.S. government plans to defend its $100,000 H-1B petition fee in court.
It argues the fee addresses misuse of the H-1B system that harms American wages.
It has faced lawsuits from business groups, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, claiming it exceeds presidential authority and undermines the H-1B program's history of fostering innovation.
Critics warn it could deter hiring skilled foreign workers, especially for small businesses, reshaping hiring strategies.

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The U.S. government plans to defend its $100,000 H-1B petition fee in court.
It argues the fee addresses misuse of the H-1B system that harms American wages.
It has faced lawsuits from business groups, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, claiming it exceeds presidential authority and undermines the H-1B program's history of fostering innovation.
Critics warn it could deter hiring skilled foreign workers, especially for small businesses, reshaping hiring strategies.