The US White House on Monday said that doctors may be exempt from President Donald Trump's crackdown on the H-1B visa for highly-skilled foreign workers. At the weekend, Trump delivered a major shock to foreign students and even those already settled in the US by announcing a steep USD 100,000 fee for H-1B visas, which are widely used by technology companies to hire talent from abroad. After the move sparked confusion, US officials clarified the order only applies to fresh applicants, not existing holders or renewals.

What did White House say on the visa order?

A White House spokesperson told Bloomberg News there may be some exemptions to Trump's visa order. "The Proclamation allows for potential exemptions, which can include physicians and medical residents," spokesperson Taylor Rogers

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