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DOJ OVERSEES OPENAI'S GREEN CARD SPONSORSHIPS

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WED, AUG 5, 2026

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Trump's Department of Justice has gained oversight of OpenAI's employee visa and permanent residency sponsorships. The DOJ alleged that OpenAI failed to make meaningful efforts to hire U.S. citizens before sponsoring visa holders for green cards.

The federal government's action centers on employment practices at the AI company. According to the DOJ, OpenAI did not adequately attempt to recruit American workers before pursuing permanent residence sponsorships for employees on temporary visas. The oversight represents increased scrutiny of major tech companies' hiring and immigration sponsorship processes under the new administration. The case highlights tensions between tech sector labor practices and federal employment requirements. OpenAI has not immediately responded to requests for comment on the DOJ's involvement. The company previously stated it complies with all applicable immigration laws and employment regulations. The action aligns with broader Trump administration priorities regarding immigration policy and domestic workforce protection.

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