Oracle Faces Backlash Over Thousands of H-1B Visa Petitions During Mass Layoffs

In this Breitbart article, backlash is mounting against Oracle after reports revealed the company filed thousands of H-1B visa petitions while simultaneously laying off American workers.

• Oracle reportedly submitted thousands of H-1B visa applications even as it conducted significant layoffs across its workforce
• Critics argue the move highlights ongoing abuse of the H-1B visa program by large tech corporations
• The H-1B program is intended to bring in highly skilled foreign workers, but opponents say it is often used to replace U.S. employees with cheaper labor
• The controversy has reignited debate over immigration policy and corporate labor practices in the tech sector
• Lawmakers and advocates are calling for stricter oversight and reforms to prevent displacement of American workers
• Supporters of the program claim companies need access to global talent to remain competitive
• The situation reflects broader tensions between economic globalization and domestic job protection

Read the full story: https://www.breitbart.com/tech/2026/04/04/oracle-faces-backlash-over-thousands-of-h-1b-visa-petitions-during-mass-layoffs/