Vance says Microsoft replaced laid-off workers with foreign hires. Here’s what the visa data shows

The administration barred Microsoft and seven other firms from sponsoring green cards over claims they favor foreign workers. Here's what the visa data shows.

# Vance says Microsoft replaced laid-off workers with foreign hires. Here’s what the visa data shows The administration barred Microsoft and seven other firms from sponsoring green cards over claims they favor foreign workers. Here's what the visa data shows. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/10/10/vance-microsoft-h1b-layoffs-visa-data.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*