H-1B Visa Overhaul 2025: Trump Administration Ends Lottery

President Trump’s administration unveils a major H-1B overhaul, scrapping the lottery for a wage- and skills-based selection. The rule aims to curb abuse, prioritize higher-paid, highly skilled roles, and reshape employer hiring. USCIS will phase in changes for the next cap season, with guidance expected soon amid industry pushback, legal scrutiny, and high‑stakes implications for tech, talent, and startups nationwide.