White House Proclaims Labor Day 2026, Highlights Economic Policies Including H-1B Visa Fee Proposal

On Labor Day, September 7, 2026, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation honoring American workers and outlining his administration's economic agenda. The proclamation emphasized protective tariffs, increased manufacturing investment, and a proposed new fee on H-1B visa petitions, intended to incentivize companies to prioritize American workers.