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Judge Vacates Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee, Legal Challenge Continues
A federal judge vacated Donald Trump's $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications, stating it violated the Administrative Procedure Act and the Constitution. The ruling emerged from a lawsuit filed by 20 states, asserting the fee constituted a tax that Congress did not authorize the executive branch to impose. Previously, H-1B visa fees ranged from $2,000 to $5,000. The Trump administration intends to appeal the decision, arguing it holds authority to restrict certain alien entries in U.S. interests, citing concerns of misuse affecting American workers and economic security.
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U.S. Visa Issuance Paused for Ebola-Hit Countries - WSJ
The U.S. government has paused visa issuance for individuals who have visited countries affected by Ebola. This decision aims to mitigate the risk of Ebola outbreak within the country. The specifics about the countries involved or the duration of the pause have not been disclosed. This development may impact travel-related sectors and could affect public health policies, though exact market impacts remain unclear.
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