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On September 19, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing a $100,000 one-time fee on new H-1B visa applications, up from $215. The move aims to prioritize American workers and reduce visa abuse but has sparked confusion, legal challenges, and concerns over impacts on tech firms and foreign workers, especially from India, which received 71% of visas last year.
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On September 21, 2025, the US implemented a $100,000 one-time fee on new H-1B visa applications, sparking confusion and travel advisories among tech firms and visa holders. The fee applies only to new petitions, not renewals or current holders. The policy has caused anxiety among Chinese and Indian workers, disrupted personal plans, and prompted some to consider relocating to Europe.
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The FBI has dismissed roughly 20 agents who were photographed kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest in Washington, D.C. The firings follow a broader purge under Director Kash Patel, amid internal disputes over investigations involving Trump and Jan. 6. The move raises concerns over political influence within the bureau.
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FBI Director Kash Patel has dismissed multiple agents involved in investigations related to the 2020 election, amid accusations of political bias and chaos within the bureau. The firings followed internal disputes and external pressure, with some officials alleging retaliation for investigations that angered the Trump administration. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions over FBI independence and politicization.