The Trump administration has announced a significant expansion of the H-2B visa program, adding 65,000 additional visas for the fiscal year 2026, effectively doubling the standard annual cap of 66,000 visas. This decision, detailed in a Federal Register notice, aims to address severe labor shortages in industries such as construction, hospitality, landscaping, and seafood processing. According to ProPakistani, these additional visas are intended to prevent financial hardship for businesses unable to find sufficient domestic workers. The policy is a continuation of similar expansions under President Joe Biden, as noted by ntd, and reflects a balancing act between strict immigration enforcement and economic demands. The visas will be distributed in three tranches to accommodate different seasonal needs, with 46,000 reserved for returning workers, as reported by visahq.