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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rebecca Santana

Trump admin suspends Microsoft from green card program citing fraud

  • The Trump administration suspended Microsoft from a green card application program for H-1B visa holders, alleging the tech giant committed fraud.
  • Vice President JD Vance announced the decision at a White House news conference, claiming Microsoft replaced laid-off employees with foreign workers.
  • The Department of Homeland Security introduced a proposed $70,000 fee for universities whose international students seek employment through the Optional Practical Training program.
  • Vice President Vance named nine universities that he claimed require investigation for potential fraud involving J-1 foreign student exchange visas.
  • Despite the visa enforcement actions, President Trump is scheduled to award national honors for science and technology to major industry executives, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Elon Musk.

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