Major U.S. business groups have filed a lawsuit against the government, contesting recent restrictions on work visas for highly skilled foreign workers. The lawsuit targets the [H-1B visa program](URL h1b visa program ON Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org), which grants visas to professionals in specialty occupations.
The groups, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers, argue that the new regulations exceed the administration’s authority and harm the country’s economic competitiveness. They claim the restrictions make it harder for American businesses to hire essential workers in fields like technology, healthcare, and engineering.
The lawsuit contends that the administration’s justification for the limitations, citing the coronavirus pandemic, is unfounded. The filing argues the visa restrictions have no logical connection to the stated purpose and will ultimately hurt the economy by driving skilled workers away from the United States.
Business groups are seeking a court order to declare the restrictions illegal and prevent their enforcement. They maintain that unrestricted access to skilled foreign workers is crucial for American businesses to thrive in the global marketplace.
The administration has yet to respond to the lawsuit.
