Encourage President Trump to pause foreign work visas
The Issue
Every day, Americans are finding it increasingly difficult to secure employment. This issue has touched my own life personally, as I have witnessed many of my fellow citizens struggle to even get an interview. Recently, I came across a job posting that had 2950 applications for just one position. This is a daunting reality that reflects the broader challenges American workers face.
During the summer, American kids and college students usually rely on seasonal jobs to earn money and gain experience. However, these opportunities are disappearing. Many companies are choosing to lay off American workers to cut costs and are utilizing foreign workers on visas to fill these roles. This trend is not only affecting our youth but is also pushing seasoned American workers out of jobs, leading to a rise in unemployment and financial instability across the nation.
President Trump, we urge you to take decisive action by pausing the issuance of new foreign work visas and extensions of any work visas. We also urge you to pause the F1 student Visa program and the STEM Opt student visa until every American college graduate is gainfully employed. This pause would give American workers a fighting chance to compete and secure the jobs they desperately need. It would also encourage companies to invest in the local workforce and contribute positively to our economy.
To bolster this proposal, consider these facts: U.S. employment rates are fluctuating, the competition for jobs is fierce, and the rate of job applications per vacancy has soared. By suspending these visas, we can redirect the focus toward those who are struggling within our borders. It's vital that we protect American jobs, ensuring that every citizen has the ability and opportunity to find work without undue competition from foreign visa holders.
Join me in calling on the administration to stand with American workers. By signing this petition, you are advocating for a fair chance for our citizens to thrive in the job market and for the rejuvenation of communities impacted by these workforce challenges. Sign and make a difference for millions of Americans who are waiting eagerly for employment opportunities.
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The Issue
Every day, Americans are finding it increasingly difficult to secure employment. This issue has touched my own life personally, as I have witnessed many of my fellow citizens struggle to even get an interview. Recently, I came across a job posting that had 2950 applications for just one position. This is a daunting reality that reflects the broader challenges American workers face.
During the summer, American kids and college students usually rely on seasonal jobs to earn money and gain experience. However, these opportunities are disappearing. Many companies are choosing to lay off American workers to cut costs and are utilizing foreign workers on visas to fill these roles. This trend is not only affecting our youth but is also pushing seasoned American workers out of jobs, leading to a rise in unemployment and financial instability across the nation.
President Trump, we urge you to take decisive action by pausing the issuance of new foreign work visas and extensions of any work visas. We also urge you to pause the F1 student Visa program and the STEM Opt student visa until every American college graduate is gainfully employed. This pause would give American workers a fighting chance to compete and secure the jobs they desperately need. It would also encourage companies to invest in the local workforce and contribute positively to our economy.
To bolster this proposal, consider these facts: U.S. employment rates are fluctuating, the competition for jobs is fierce, and the rate of job applications per vacancy has soared. By suspending these visas, we can redirect the focus toward those who are struggling within our borders. It's vital that we protect American jobs, ensuring that every citizen has the ability and opportunity to find work without undue competition from foreign visa holders.
Join me in calling on the administration to stand with American workers. By signing this petition, you are advocating for a fair chance for our citizens to thrive in the job market and for the rejuvenation of communities impacted by these workforce challenges. Sign and make a difference for millions of Americans who are waiting eagerly for employment opportunities.
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Petition created on June 22, 2026