H-1B Visa: Trump Administration Orders Tougher Vetting 2025

Trump administration orders tougher vetting for H-1B visa applicants, directing DHS, USCIS and State to expand documentation checks, employer verification, site visits and wage-level scrutiny. The high-stakes shift targets fraud and misuse while potentially delaying approvals for tech firms and startups. Industry groups warn of talent shortages and legal challenges as rules roll out ahead of the 2025 cap season.