The Trump administration has recently intensified its stance on immigration, targeting both illegal and legal pathways, including the H-1B visa program, which is crucial for the U.S. tech industry and academia. On September 19, President Trump issued an executive order imposing a $100,000 annual fee on employers hiring H-1B workers, a move that could effectively dismantle the program. This decision sparked immediate backlash, with critics arguing it would severely disrupt the tech sector and universities that rely on skilled foreign workers. The administration quickly backtracked, clarifying the fee would be a one-time charge and exempting existing visa holders. However, the order remains a significant blow to skilled immigration. Additionally, a recent ICE raid on a Hyundai battery factory in Georgia, resulting in the arrest of 475 South Korean workers, has further strained U.S.-South Korea relations and threatened foreign investment. These actions highlight the administration’s broader anti-immigration agenda, which experts warn could harm America’s economic competitiveness and global standing.