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June 23, 2020

Trump Issues Ban on H-1B Visas and Green Cards Through 2020
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In immigration news, Trump issued a proclamation Monday suspending any
new foreign work visas through the end of 2020, including the H-1B
program for high-skilled workers. It also extends a ban on green cards
issued outside the U.S., which has been in place since April. The Trump
administration cited the coronavirus pandemic, saying the move will
safeguard jobs for U.S. citizens. The order is expected to affect over
half a million workers.


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