The Trump Administration said Friday it would charge companies $100,000 per year for H-1B visas, a move that created uncertainty for current visa holders and will likely hamper the ability of American tech companies to hire skilled workers from around the world.

The new policy comes amid an aggressive effort by the administration to crack down on both illegal and legal immigration to the United States. It was unveiled on the same day as President Donald Trump rolled out a “ gold card ” that would grant U.S. residency for those willing to pay $1 million.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the measure was aimed at pressuring companies to train American workers for high-skilled jobs covered by the visa , rather than bringing in talent from abroad.

"If you're going to train somebo

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