Trump administration considers suspending H-1B, other work visas.

The Trump administration considers suspending H-1B, other work visas in view of massive unemployment in the United States.

The Trump administration considers suspending H-1B, other work visas in view of massive unemployment in the United States.U.S. President Donald Trump is considering suspending employment visas including H-1B, H-2B, J-1, L-1 visas due to the massive unemployment in the United States caused by the coronavirus pandemic. According to reports, the proposed suspension could extend till the new fiscal year starting October 1st, when many new employment visas are issued. This suspension could bar H-1B holders outside the country from coming to work; however, H-1B visa holders within the country are unlikely to be affected.

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