A coalition of business groups has cautioned President Donald Trump that the recently announced fee hike for H-1B visa applications to $100,000 (over ₹ 88 lakh) could negatively impact the US economy.

The groups urged the administration to refrain from implementing changes to the skilled worker program that would place additional financial and administrative burdens on companies relying on foreign talent.

The business group said, “We ask the administration to work with industry on necessary reforms to the H-1B visa program without increasing the significant challenges US employers face recruiting, training, and retaining top talent.”

The letter was sent to President Trump two weeks after his H-1B proclamation. It also acknowledged his efforts to attract investment to the US.

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