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Trump Administration Denies Participation in G20 Summit Amid Diplomatic Tension with South Africa
Nov 21, 2025 10:31 am CST
The Trump administration has firmly rejected South Africa's announcement of US participation in the G20 summit in Johannesburg, escalating diplomatic tensions. While the US ambassador will attend only the handover ceremony for next year's Florida summit, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized President Ramaphosa's statements as "running his mouth." This boycott continues Trump's pattern of withdrawing from international gatherings while maintaining harsh policies toward South Africa, including 30% trade tariffs, despite significant US business interests in the country.
Immigration Expert Warns H-1B Visa Ban Would Harm US Healthcare and Economy
Nov 15, 2025 10:41 am CST
A prominent immigration expert warns that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's proposed bill to ban H-1B visas would severely impact US healthcare access and economic growth. The proposal would reduce the annual cap from 85,000 to just 10,000 visas, primarily affecting medical professionals and tech workers, while eliminating pathways to citizenship for visa holders. This comes amid ongoing debates within the Republican party after Trump defended the need for foreign talent in certain sectors.
Trump Administration Defends $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Amid Legal Challenges from US Chamber and Industry Groups
Oct 24, 2025 07:06 am CST
The Trump administration is defending its new $100,000 H-1B visa fee policy against multiple lawsuits, including from the US Chamber of Commerce. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt claims the program has been "spammed with fraud" and drives down American wages. The controversial fee represents a massive increase from current costs and will significantly impact tech companies and Indian IT professionals, who make up the largest group of H-1B visa recipients.