Media Alert: Trump Administration Suspends PERM Processing for Select Technology and IT Companies

• Media reports indicate the Trump administration has suspended PERM labor certification processing for several technology and IT services companies while federal investigations into alleged fraud and compliance concerns proceed. 

Administration Suspends PERM Processing for Select Technology and IT Companies 

According to media reports, including Bloomberg and CNBC, the Trump administration has suspended PERM labor certification processing for select technology and IT services companies while federal investigations into alleged fraud and compliance concerns are underway. 

The announcement was made by Vice President JD Vance and Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling during a press conference on Oct. 8, 2026. According to administration officials, the U.S. Department of Labor will not accept new PERM applications or continue processing pending PERM cases filed by the affected companies while investigations are underway. 

Administration Cites Workforce and Compliance Concerns 

During the announcement, Vice President JD Vance and Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling said the suspension was driven by concerns about employers’ use of employment-based immigration programs, including allegations that large volumes of H-1B and PERM filings occurred alongside workforce reductions and may have impacted opportunities for U.S. workers. 

Sonderling also cited the extensive use of employment-based immigration programs by the affected employers, while Vance pointed to cases that the administration believes warrant further investigation. Administration officials described the action as part of a broader effort to examine potential wage suppression, worker displacement and compliance with labor certification requirements. However, the investigations remain ongoing, and no final agency findings were announced during the press conference. 

Potential Impact on Employers and Foreign Nationals 

While details remain limited, the suspension could have significant consequences for affected employers and sponsored employees. 

Reportedly, the Department of Labor will stop accepting new PERM filings and suspend processing of pending cases involving the named companies. However, it remains unclear whether already approved labor certifications or immigrant petitions will be affected. Administration officials have not yet provided guidance on the duration of the suspension or the process for reinstatement. 

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