Trump administration weighs USD 100,000 fee for foreign graduates seeking US jobs: Report

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The Donald Trump administration is weighing a plan that may oblige foreign university graduates to pay USD 100,000 to obtain post-graduation employment in the US, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

The reported plan has triggered strong backlash across online platforms, with critics describing it as a "stupid idea" while raising concerns over its consequences for global talent retention. As per sources quoted in the publication, the contemplated charge is linked to the Optional Practical Training (OPT) scheme.

The mechanism permits eligible foreign scholars to work in the US for up to three years following the completion of their degree courses, contingent upon their discipline. The executive branch has not issued an official announcement regarding the plan.

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