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US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on 26 Aug 2025 that the H-1B visa system is a “scam” that takes jobs from American workers. He said the Trump administration will replace the current lottery system with a wage-based model. Lutnick also criticised the green card system, saying it favours low-income recipients. He announced a new “Gold Card” plan to give permanent residency to foreigners investing $5 million in the US. This change could affect many Indian professionals who hold H-1B visas. The government wants to prioritise hiring Americans and attract skilled, wealthy immigrants. The new rules aim to select the best candidates based on wages and investments. (Updated 27 Aug 2025, 05:52 IST; source: link)