The US government has said it will fight lawsuits aimed at blocking the USD 100,000 fee imposed on new H-1B visa petitions, asserting that “for far too long” the system was “spammed with fraud” and must be overhauled to prioritise American workers.

The remarks made by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Thursday came days after the US Chamber of Commerce filed a lawsuit last week against the move, describing it as “misguided policy” and “plainly unlawful” action that could cripple American innovation and competitiveness.

The Trump administration’s decision to impose the new H-1B fee has also prompted legal action by unions, employers and religious organisations in a federal court in California.

“The administration will fight these lawsuits in court,” Leavitt told reporters.

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