Latest American Jobs News & Updates

Washington, May 7 (IANS) More than 50 Republican lawmakers have urged the Trump administration to block Chinese automotive and battery companies from manufacturing in the United States, arguing that such a move would threaten American jobs, supply chains and national security.In a letter led by Representatives Mike Kelly and Gus Bilirakis, the lawmakers asked Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to reject any effort by Chi…

Washington, April 25 (IANS) A group of Republican lawmakers has introduced legislation to pause the issuance of H-1B visas for three years and overhaul the programme, arguing it has disadvantaged American workers.The proposed “End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026”, introduced by Eli Crane, seeks to reset the visa system before resuming it with stricter rules.“The federal government should work for hardworking citizens, not the profit margins of massive corporations. We owe it to the American pe…

Washington, April 5 (IANS) Top US senators have urged President Donald Trump to block Chinese automakers from operating in the United States, warning of risks to national security and American jobs, according to a congressional press release.Senators Tammy Baldwin, Chuck Schumer, and Elissa Slotkin called for action after Trump signalled openness to Chinese firms entering the US market, saying at a forum: “Let China come in.”In a letter to the president, the lawmakers warned: “Allowing aut…