Hospitals fear higher visa fees will deepen nurse shortage

U.S. hospitals are urging the Trump administration to reconsider a $100,000 H-1B visa fee, warning it may worsen nursing shortages. As institutions rely on international professionals to fill critical roles, the fee presents significant financial and operational challenges. Hospitals stress the risk to patient care amid an existing staffing crisis.

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Justice Department suspends 2 prosecutors over Jan. 6 ‘mob’ comments

The Justice Department suspends two prosecutors following their description of the January 6 Capitol siege as a “riot” by a “mob,” highlighting the sensitivity and impact of language in legal proceedings. This decision underscores the department’s careful management of public and legal narratives surrounding the Capitol attack. Discover the facts behind this significant move by federal authorities and its implications for ongoing legal cases related to the event.

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