Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s H-1B Visa Fee, Citing Presidential Overreach

A lawsuit has been filed in San Francisco, challenging the Trump administration’s recent decision to charge a $100,000 fee for H-1B visas. The plaintiffs, including various professional groups and organizations, argue the move is unlawful. The legal action marks the first significant challenge to the Trump administration’s H-1B visa policy. The recent proclamation by the former president mandates a substantial fee for new H-1B visa applications, with the White House claiming the visa program had been misused. The lawsuit contends that the Trump administration overstepped its authority by altering the H-1B visa program. The legal challenge asserts that only Congress possesses the power to levy taxes, and that the president’s action is unconstitutional. The plaintiffs argue that the president lacks the authority to unilaterally impose fees and dictate how those funds are spent. The complaint further emphasizes that the Constitution grants the power of taxation to Congress.