U.S. Suspends Some Worker Visas Through End Of Year

U.S. Suspends Some Worker Visas Through End Of Year

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The transcript discusses an executive order by President Trump aimed at limiting the spread of coronavirus and reserving jobs for Americans. The order affects skilled workers and executives, with some exclusions for big businesses. It includes H1B visas, impacting about 85,000 people annually. Some Republican senators have opposed the move, arguing that guest workers are essential for American businesses. The order could significantly impact the technology sector, which relies on skilled foreign workers. Opponents argue that the visas allow tech companies to undercut American employees.

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What impact could the executive order have on the technology sector?

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What are the opposing views on the use of H1B visas as mentioned in the text?

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