The U.S. Department of Labor reaffirmed this Friday the "commitment" of President Donald Trump's administration to the “Americans first” agenda.
In a message from X, the government agency stated that they will not give up their "fight" to prioritize workers born in the country and promised new actions to boost employment, training, and oversight of labor migration programs.
The text states that they will continue to work for American workers through a list of measures that includes creating more jobs for those born in the United States, expanding access to vocational training programs, and protecting safety in the workplace.
One of the key points of the announcement is the continuation of the campaign against "fraud" in H-1B visas, a program used by companies to hire specialized foreign personnel.
The Department of Labor stated that, through investigations and penalties, it aims to protect wages, recover back pay, and "put an end" to what it described as "widespread fraud" related to these visas.
The statement also mentions objectives such as fostering innovation and reinforcing American "industrial dominance," as well as ensuring that jobs in the country "go to" American workers.
The statement concludes with an emphatic phrase: “Americans must always come first.”
The president Donald Trump signed a proclamation in September that imposes a fee of $100,000 for each H-1B visa application, a move that has directly impacted the technology sector and employers who rely on highly skilled foreign talent.
The H-1B annually provides 85,000 spots (65,000 general and 20,000 additional for postgraduates). It is a work visa valid for three years, with the possibility of a three-year renewal.
The Administration claims that the reform promotes the hiring and training of Americans before resorting to foreign labor.
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