Trump signs order for $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications; Lutnick reveals companies' reactions

President Trump signs new executive orders on September 19, 2025, announcing the launch of the “Gold Card” visa program for foreigners of extraordinary ability and major reforms to the H-1B visa program. The Gold Card grants expedited visas for individuals or corporate sponsorships making significant financial contributions, targeting highly skilled and innovative talent. Trump emphasizes closed borders, reducing illegal immigration, and prioritizing safety by removing criminals. He also highlights record-setting investment, the booming US economy, new tax reductions funded by tariffs, and promises continued efforts to improve employment, fight crime in major cities, and advance vaccine initiatives. Press questions cover the TikTok deal, US-China relations, international conflicts, and ongoing debates about free speech and media fairness.