Vance says Microsoft is being suspended from program to apply for green cards for H-1B visa workers

The United States administration has suspended Microsoft from a government program that allows employers to seek permanent residency green cards for foreign workers on H-1B visas. Vice President JD Vance announced the decision, attributing the suspension to alleged abuse and fraud within the application process.

The action targets a key pathway used by technology companies to transition temporary skilled foreign workers into permanent residents. The administration's move directly impacts Microsoft's ability to participate in the permanent residency sponsorship program for its H-1B visa holders.