Trump supports immigration visas backed by Musk: ‘I have many H-1B visas on my properties’
SUMMARY
President-elect Donald Trump has expressed support for the H-1B visa program, aligning with Elon Musk’s stance on the importance of highly skilled foreign workers. Trump stated, “I’ve always liked the visas, I have always been in favor of the visas. That’s why we have them,” adding, “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.” This marks a shift from his earlier administration, which had restricted foreign worker visas. Trump's support comes amid a debate with MAGA hardliners, who want stricter immigration policies. Musk, who has been a vocal advocate for the H-1B program, recently declared, “The reason I’m in America along with so many critical people who built SpaceX, Tesla, and hundreds of other companies that made America strong is because of H1B.” He vowed to "go to war" to defend the program, even after facing criticism from figures like Laura Loomer and Ann Coulter, who argue that the program is abused.
