The cases account for $15 million in calculated back wages to workers. (Photo: Marek Studzinski/NDTV Profit) Show Quick Read Summary is AI Generated. Newsroom Reviewed

The US Department of Labor (DOL) has opened more than 175 investigations into suspected misuse of the H-1B visa programme, according to a Fox News report.

In September, the DOL rolled out Project Firewall to make sure companies focus on hiring American citizens and avoid taking advantage of the visa system.

Project Firewall was introduced shortly after President Donald Trump issued a proclamation requiring a one-off payment of $100,000 for H-1B visa applications.

The Labor Department did not disclose details about the 175 investigations, which involved over $15 million in unpaid wages owed to employees. Nonetheles

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