The US Department of Labor has opened 175 investigations into suspected misuse of the H-1B visa program, which allows American companies to hire skilled foreign workers.

These investigations come as the Trump administration increases its focus on tightening immigration rules and reducing the number of foreign workers hired in the US.

In September, the Labor Department launched a new effort called Project Firewall. The goal is to make sure companies do not hire lower-paid foreign workers, especially in technology and engineering jobs, when qualified American workers are available.

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer confirmed she is personally approving the investigations. 'We are using every tool available to stop H-1B visa abuse and protect American jobs,' she said, according to Fox Ne

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