In a huge blow to Indian IT professionals eyeing the US job market, the Donald Trump administration has suspended the most sought-after H-1B visas along with H-4, H-2B visa, J and L visas, until the end of 2020 to protect US workers in a crucial election year.

Trump on Monday signed a proclamation, ignoring the mounting opposition by various business firms, lawmakers and human rights bodies. The order will take effect on June 24.