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Trump demands Microsoft fire global affairs head Lisa Monaco | Insights by Willow Ventures

Trump demands Microsoft fire global affairs head Lisa Monaco | Insights by Willow Ventures

Trump Calls for Microsoft to Fire Lisa Monaco Former President Donald Trump has stirred controversy by urging Microsoft to terminate Lisa Monaco, the company’s President of Global Affairs. His remarks come in the wake of Monaco’s prior roles in the Obama and Biden administrations, which he views as problematic. Concerns Over Security Clearance In a […]

The Supreme Court will hear former FTC commissioner Rebecca Slaughter's case | Insights by Willow Ventures

The Supreme Court will hear former FTC commissioner Rebecca Slaughter’s case | Insights by Willow Ventures

Supreme Court to Hear Case on FTC Commissioner’s Dismissal The Supreme Court has made a significant decision by voting 6-3 to hear the lawsuit filed by a former member of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This case could reshape the future of the FTC and its independence from political influence. Background on the Lawsuit […]

Trump hits H-1B visas with $100,000 fee, targeting the program that launched Elon Musk and Instagram | Insights by Willow Ventures

Trump hits H-1B visas with $100,000 fee, targeting the program that launched Elon Musk and Instagram | Insights by Willow Ventures

New H-1B Visa Fee: What It Means for Hiring Foreign Workers In a significant shift for U.S. employers, President Trump’s recent proclamation has raised the cost of hiring foreign workers through the H-1B visa program. Effective immediately, this move imposes a hefty $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, soaring from the previous $215 lottery […]

Trump administration to impose a $100,000-per-year fee for H-1B visas | Insights by Willow Ventures

Trump administration to impose a $100,000-per-year fee for H-1B visas | Insights by Willow Ventures

Trump Administration’s New H-1B Visa Fee: What You Need to Know In a significant move that could impact the U.S. tech industry, President Donald Trump has introduced a hefty $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visa applications. This change aims to address concerns about wage suppression while simultaneously prioritizing the admission of skilled workers who can […]

Trump hits H-1B visas with $100,000 fee, targeting the program that launched Elon Musk and Instagram | Insights by Willow Ventures

Trump hits H-1B visas with $100,000 fee, targeting the program that launched Elon Musk and Instagram | Insights by Willow Ventures

New H-1B Visa Fee: A Game Changer for American Tech Recruitment In a significant policy shift, President Trump has announced a dramatic increase in the cost of hiring foreign workers through the H-1B visa program. This move is set to impact U.S. companies reliant on skilled foreign labor in technology and other fields. What is […]

Trump-China TikTok deal: What we know | Insights by Willow Ventures

Trump-China TikTok deal: What we know | Insights by Willow Ventures

TikTok’s Potential Ban: What You Need to Know As political tensions rise, TikTok finds itself at the center of a debate about data privacy and national security. This blog post outlines the recent developments regarding TikTok’s status in the U.S. The Current Situation The Trump administration has announced a deal potentially allowing TikTok to avoid […]