Which sector is most affected by this policy change?

The technology sector, especially companies relying on foreign skilled professionals, is notably impacted.

What could be the long-term impact of this immigration policy shift?

It may make it harder for tech firms to hire and retain skilled foreign workers in the US.

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US freezes Cognizant Green Card filings amid new immigration scrutiny

Trump administration reviews employment-based immigration affecting tech workers

The United States government has halted the processing of Green Card applications filed by Cognizant employees. This move comes as the Trump administration intensifies its examination of employment-based immigration programs, impacting many in the technology sector, according to officials.

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Published Sep 09, 2026, 09:00 IST

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The United States government has suspended the processing of Green Card applications filed by Cognizant employees amid increased scrutiny of employment-based immigration programs. This measure is part of a broader US policy to review and regulate the entry of foreign workers in the technology sector.

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The freeze on Green Card filings for Cognizant staff is part of a broader effort by the US administration to scrutinize employment-based immigration more closely. This policy shift aims to review and possibly restrict the flow of foreign workers entering the US under such programs. Experts note that this development could affect the hiring and retention of skilled professionals in the technology industry.

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Which sector is most affected by this policy change?: The technology sector, especially companies relying on foreign skilled professionals, is notably impacted.
What could be the long-term impact of this immigration policy shift?: It may make it harder for tech firms to hire and retain skilled foreign workers in the US.

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