'Uncovered bounty of concerns': Massive US crackdown on H-1B visa abuse — all you need to know

The Trump administration has launched a sweeping crackdown on alleged misuse of the H-1B visa programme, which allows US companies to hire foreign skilled workers. The US Department of Labour (DOL) said on Friday it has initiated 175 investigations into potential violations as part of a broader effort to “protect American jobs. ” In a post on X, the department said, “As part of our mission to protect American jobs, we’ve launched 175 investigations into H-1B abuse.” Under the leadership of President Donald Trump and Labour Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, the agency said it would continue taking action to ensure that “American workers come first.” US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the official website of the US government, has listed down several red flags