US Administration Suspends PERM Program for Major Tech Firms
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How it started
What happened
The Department of Labor announced on October 8 that it would not accept or process new or pending PERM applications from eight employers, including Microsoft, Adobe, and Capgemini. The suspension is currently being challenged, and the administration has not published the alleged violations or the duration of the action.
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Why it matters
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum stated that legal immigration pathways, such as the Green Card and H-1B programs, are vital to American economic growth and technological competitiveness. Critics, including Shri Thanedar, warned that restricting these programs could harm the United States' economic innovation.
Who's involved
- Donald TrumpPresident of the United States
- CapgeminiOne of the eight employers affected by the PERM program suspension
- MicrosoftOne of the eight employers affected by the PERM program suspension
- Tata Consultancy ServicesOne of the eight employers affected by the PERM program suspension
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- PERM program suspension may force NASSCOM to advocate for membersPERM program suspension may force NASSCOM to advocate for its member companiesLikely
- US PERM suspension may halt Infosys's green card processingInfosys faces operational hurdles as US suspends its PERM labour certification program.Likely
- Microsoft's ability to hire skilled foreign workers may be restrictedMicrosoft's ability to hire skilled foreign workers may be restrictedLikely
- Tata Consultancy Services may face hiring limits from PERM suspensionTata Consultancy Services faces operational hurdles due to PERM programme suspensionLikely
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Trump administration suspended the ability for H-1B visa holders to apply for Green Cards, leading to criticism from Shri Thanedar.Sub-event
Thomas Abraham requested Trump to preserve the PERM program.1 source
US administration takes action against the PERM programme.1 source
PERM program suspension harms US economy, prompting H-1B holders to seek Green Cards.1 source
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The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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PERM
Czech company
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