The U.S. government has paused a major visa programme that allows leading technology companies, including Microsoft, to sponsor green cards for skilled foreign workers. The move comes amid growing scrutiny over immigration policies and the role of high-tech firms in hiring abroad. Critics argue the programme has contributed to labor shortages in certain sectors, while supporters highlight its importance in attracting global talent. Employers and industry groups are now assessing how the suspension may impact hiring and innovation in the tech industry.
The US is suspending top tech firms, including Microsoft, from a key programme to sponsor foreign workers’ green cards.
