Trump administration says Microsoft ‘abused’ worker visa program and is cutting off access
The Trump administration is suspending Microsoft and other tech companies from a federal immigration program that facilitates the hiring of foreign workers. Officials claim the program has been abused to favor foreign labor over American workers.
Why it matters
This move represents a significant shift in immigration policy that could disrupt the talent acquisition strategies of major US technology firms.
The Trump administration is suspending some tech companies, including Microsoft, from an immigration program that lets an employer hire foreign workers that can reside permanently in the US, as reported by Reuters.
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