Judge voids Trump’s $100,000 fee for H-1B visas; he is booed 'thunderously' at NBA Finals

A federal judge on Monday invalidated the Trump administration's $100,000 fee requirement for certain H-1B visas, ruling that the executive branch overstepped its authority. U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin determined that the fee functioned as an unauthorized tax, which only Congress has the power to impose. The decision, which provides immediate relief for U.S. employers, came after a coalition of 20 states challenged the policy, citing its negative impact on hiring skilled workers across various sectors.

Separately, former President Donald Trump faced a hostile reception during Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Monday night. He was met with thunderous boos from the crowd when he appeared on the arena's video screens during the national anthem.

Trump, who attended the game as a guest of New York Knicks owner James Dolan, dismissed the widespread jeering, claiming the reception was "amazing" and "mostly cheers." His presence led to significant security enhancements, which reportedly caused disruptions for fans attending the highly anticipated game.