Cisco Allegedly Favored Visa Holders Over U.S. Workers

Cisco Allegedly Favored Visa Holders Over U.S. Workers

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The video discusses allegations of discrimination against Cisco, where the Labor Department claims the company favored foreign visa holders over American workers and paid them less. Cisco denies these claims, stating equal pay for all employees. The Labor Department's audit led to notices of violation, and similar investigations are ongoing in other tech companies. The video also touches on the potential influence of the Trump administration's immigration policies on these investigations.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What are the two main allegations made by the Labor Department against Cisco?

Hiring only American workers and paying them less

Favoring foreign visa holders over American workers and paying them less

Hiring only foreign workers and paying them more

Favoring American workers over foreign visa holders and paying them more

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What role does the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs play in the investigation?

They provide legal representation for companies

They enforce executive orders banning pay discrimination

They offer financial support to affected workers

They create new employment policies for companies

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the notices of violation issued against Cisco?

They suggest Cisco's compliance with labor laws

They indicate a need for more audits

They show evidence of discrimination by Cisco

They confirm Cisco's innocence

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the Trump administration's stance on immigration influenced these investigations?

By increasing visa approvals for tech companies

By encouraging more foreign workers

By promoting stricter immigration policies

By reducing the number of audits

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is ironic about the Trump Organization's actions in relation to the administration's immigration policies?

They requested visas for high-skilled workers

They requested visas for low-skilled workers while promoting American jobs

They increased salaries for all employees

They reduced their workforce significantly