Politics Microsoft finds itself caught in the H-1B crossfire Software giant joins a list of major employers whose restructuring plans have prompted questions over foreign worker recruitment iStock.com/lcva2 Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Friday 10 July 2026 Microsoft’s latest round of job cuts has reignited a familiar political argument stateside: why are technology companies laying off American workers while continuing to recruit overseas talent? Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Politics Trump administration launches probe into alleged H-1B visa fraud Visas Oracle’s H-1B filings draw scrutiny as thousands of jobs are cut amid AI push Disputes Cloudera blocked from filing foreign worker applications for six months Disputes Tesla hit with class action alleging bias toward H-1B holders