Judge Strikes Down $100,000 H‑1B Visa Fee Imposed Under Trump

A federal judge issued a ruling on a controversial immigration fee. The decision nullified the $100,000 charge applied to H‑1B visa holders. The fee was introduced during the Trump administration. The judge found the fee to be unlawful under existing immigration statutes. Legal experts say the ruling could affect pending visa applications. Employers who relied on the fee must now reassess their compliance strategies. The case may prompt further challenges to other Trump‑era immigration policies. Advocacy groups welcomed the decision as a protection for skilled workers.