US suspends Microsoft from green card program, then honors CEO
The Trump administration suspended Microsoft from a key green card sponsorship program, then hours later awarded CEO Satya Nadella a medal for innovation. The split-screen reflects a policy tension between courting Big Tech and restrictive immigration rules that limit the industry's access to foreign talent. The move signals potential tightening of tech immigration channels amid a broader U.S. race for AI competitiveness.
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US Suspends Microsoft from Green Card, H-1B Programs Amid Fraud Allegations
The US government has suspended Microsoft from key green card sponsorship and H-1B visa programs. This action is confirmed, with Vice President JD Vance publicly accusing Microsoft of H-1B visa fraud and abuse to the detriment of American workers. The full scope and duration of the suspension, as well as the legal basis and potential precedent for other tech firms, remain unclear.