# Judge Blocks Trump’s H-1B Visa Fee

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Podcast: [Canada News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/canada-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7590263)
Published: 2026-06-08T23:04:12+00:00
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A federal judge in Boston has struck down the Trump administration’s controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it an overreach that ignored proper procedures. Designed to curb foreign workers from taking U.S. jobs, the fee sparked chaos among employers, students, and workers — especially in tech hubs reliant on skilled visas from India. States argued the fee crippled hiring for essential roles like teachers and doctors, while the administration called it judicial overreach, claiming the H-1B program was being misused to undermine American workers and social systems. The battle isn’t over — the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is appealing another ruling that delayed the fee until 2026, and multiple lawsuits are pending across federal courts, potentially leading to conflicting legal outcomes. This win for states and employers underscores the deepening tension between immigration policy and economic necessity. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/65667dfb98619276

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