Trump’s H-1B Fee May Choke US Innovation: Amitabh Kant

Amitabh Kant warned Trump’s proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee will stifle US innovation while benefiting India. The hike drastically increases costs for American firms hiring skilled workers. Kant said America risks losing talent, labs, patents, and startups, while India’s engineers, doctors, and innovators gain opportunities to drive national growth.