DHS proposes changes to H-1B and L-1 visa extension policy

The Department of Homeland Security proposed a rule to eliminate the policy of using previous approvals as a basis for H-1B and L-1 visa extensions. The public comment period for this proposal ends on Nov. 13, causing concern among Indian tech professionals regarding job security.

Over 30.8 million early votes have been cast in the U.S. presidential election, with 15.7 million in-person and 15.1 million mail-in ballots. Democrats lead with 47% of early votes, while Republicans account for 35%. The Ninth Circuit Court rejected a Department of Justice petition challenging the counting of 20,000 ballots in California. Donald Trump announced a million-dollar reward for information proving election fraud.

Democrats are expected to maintain control of the U.S. House, while the Senate outcome remains uncertain, pending results from Alaska, Maine, Ohio, and Texas.