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GOP targets foreign worker tax loophole after 'phantom employees' scandal

Published Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Updated May 22

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Federal investigators uncovered a fraud scheme involving over 10,000 foreign students and "suspect employers" within the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. In response, Republicans are introducing a bill to address a $3.6 billion tax loophole that allegedly incentivizes companies to hire foreign workers over American graduates.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons announced federal investigators uncovered over 10,000 foreign students linked to "suspect employers" in a fraud scheme involving the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program.
  • Republicans are introducing a bill to close a $3.6 billion tax loophole that incentivizes companies to hire foreign workers over American graduates, spurred by the "phantom employees" scandal.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • Fox NewsRight-leaning

    The article frames the Republican bill as a crucial step to protect American workers and graduates from a federal program exploited by foreign workers and fraudulent employers.

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