High-Skilled Foreign Workers With H1-B Visas Drop Most in Decade

The video discusses the decline in H1B visa petitions due to policies from the Trump administration and the pandemic. It highlights the challenges faced by the Biden administration in reversing these trends and the impact on the U.S. labor market, particularly in STEM fields. The tech industry is significantly affected by labor shortages due to visa processing delays. Potential solutions are discussed, but political challenges remain.

What types of professionals are primarily associated with H1B visas, and why are they important during the pandemic?

What potential solutions does the speaker suggest for improving the processing of H1B visa applications?