Labor Department's Inspector General Opens H-1B And PERM Fraud Probe
Inspector General Anthony D'Esposito's office ties the probe to Trump and Vance's Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, targeting wage-kickback and trafficking schemes.
- The investigation covers H-1B visas and PERM labor certifications, DOL OIG announced July 8, 2026.
- Alleged schemes include fraudulent applications, wage kickbacks, below-market pay, and human trafficking networks.
- The office runs a hotline, 1-800-347-3756, offering cash rewards for tips leading to prosecution.
Why it matters: A visa system Labor itself certified every year becomes fraud only when a task force needs a target.
DOL Office of Inspector General press release ↗ · Jul 20, 20267/20/26 · ✓ Checked✓ Check