US suspends Microsoft, Adobe from green card program over alleged fraud
The US government has suspended Microsoft, Adobe, and several large IT firms from a skilled-worker green card program, citing alleged fraud and aiming to push companies to hire more Americans. This marks a significant enforcement action against major tech employers, potentially signaling a broader shift in US immigration policy. The full scope of the suspensions and the specific allegations remain unclear, but the move could impact tech sector hiring and talent flows.
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US Suspends Tech Firms from Foreign Worker and Green Card Programs
The US administration, led by JD Vance, has suspended Microsoft, Adobe, and other IT firms from hiring foreign-born workers for permanent US jobs and from a skilled-worker green card program. This action, confirmed by multiple sources, is attributed to an immigration crackdown and alleged fraud, signaling a significant policy shift targeting the tech sector. The legal basis, full scope, and duration of these suspensions remain unclear.