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Trump Sides with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in
Immigration Visa Debate

Los Angeles/Dec 29, 2024
NRIpress.club/Ramesh/A.Gary Singh

Trump Reaffirms Support for H-1B Visas Despite Past Restrictions
President-elect Donald Trump reiterated his support for the H-1B visa program, stating he has "always liked" it and frequently utilized it for his properties. This stance contrasts with his previous efforts to limit the program during his presidency.

NRI Vivek Ramaswamy Sparks Controversy with Cultural Critique
Vivek Ramaswamy, appointed by Trump to oversee government spending cuts, stirred debate with a viral X post. He argued that American culture prioritizes social achievements over academic excellence, contributing to the reliance on skilled foreign workers.

Elon Musk Defends H-1B Visa Program
Elon Musk, CEO of X, Tesla, and SpaceX, strongly defended the H-1B program, describing it as a way to attract top global talent. He compared America to a sports team that must continue recruiting the best players to stay competitive.

Backlash from Conservative and Far-Right Figures
Ramaswamy's remarks ignited backlash from anti-immigrant Trump supporters and far-right influencers like Laura Loomer, who accused Musk of censoring her on X and criticized Trump’s selection of NRI advisor Sriram Krishnan.

NRI Nikki Haley Joins Opposition to H-1B Program
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley challenged the views of Ramaswamy and Musk, advocating for prioritizing American workers over foreign hires.

Trump Dismisses Claims of Elon Musk’s Influence
Trump pushed back against suggestions that Musk holds significant sway over his administration, assuring supporters that he remains independent in decision-making.

H-1B Visa Program Key Details
The H-1B visa program allows 65,000 annual visas, with an additional 20,000 allocated to applicants with advanced degrees from US institutions. Research indicates that Indian nationals receive approximately 73% of these visas.
As tensions persist, Trump continues to navigate the divide between tech industry advocates and staunch immigration hardliners within his party.


 

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