A federal judge in Boston struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, ruling it exceeded executive authority. - The fee was intended to prevent foreign workers from taking American jobs.
- The judge found the policy violated the Administrative Procedure Act. - The ruling contradicts an earlier federal court decision that upheld the fee.
- The higher fee had caused confusion and legal challenges from states, businesses, and religious groups. The decision is a significant blow to the administration's immigration reform efforts.