Rep. Greg Steube from Florida has introduced legislation designed to abolish the H-1B visa program, which has become increasingly controversial over the years. In a press release, Steube stated that prioritizing foreign labor threatens American citizens' jobs and undermines national interests. He emphasized that American workers, particularly the youth, are being displaced and disenfranchised by the program, which he believes benefits corporations and foreign competitors at their expense.

The bill, named the EXILE Act, which stands for "Ending Exploitative Imported Labor Exemptions Act," argues that the H-1B visa program compromises the American dream for future generations by allowing non-citizens to take jobs that should be reserved for Americans. Steube's statement reflects a growing concern among some lawmakers about the impact of foreign labor on the domestic job market, especially in light of changing political and economic conditions.

In September, former President Donald Trump took steps to reform the H-1B visa process by requiring employers to pay a substantial fee of $100,000 for each petition filed for an H-1B worker. This move has added fuel to the ongoing debate about the program's fairness and its implications for the American workforce. With the introduction of the EXILE Act, Rep. Steube aims to further this conversation and potentially reshape immigration policy regarding work visas in the United States.