H-1B visa debate: Trump sides with Elon Musk, says he's always been in favor of the program
H-1B visa program on Saturday, siding with Tesla CEO Elon Musk amidst escalating tensions within his political base. The program, which enables US companies to hire skilled foreign workers, has sparked controversy among some of Trump's supporters who advocate for stricter immigration policies.
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«I have many H-1B visas on my properties. I've been a believer in H-1B. I have used it many times. It's a great program,» Trump told The New York Post.
The remarks follow Musk's Friday pledge on social media to «go to war» in defense of the visa program, a response to criticisms from far-right activists. These activists had questioned Trump's decision to appoint Sriram Krishnan, an Indian-American venture capitalist, as an advisor on artificial intelligence, citing concerns over potential influence on immigration policies.
Divisions within Trump's support base
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Trump's endorsement of the H-1B program has ignited a rift among his supporters. Figures like Steve Bannon have criticized the tech sector's reliance on foreign workers, alleging the program undercuts wages for Americans. Bannon described Musk as a «toddler» on the issue and called H-1B visa holders «indentured servants» exploited by big tech companies.
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