MAGA Civil War: Trump, Musk, and Ramaswamy Clash Over H-1B Visas
President-elect Trump reaffirms support for H-1B visas while a rift grows within his base over immigration policy.
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In a split among President-elect Trump's supporters, he endorsed H-1B visas for foreign tech workers, countering far-right critics. Figures like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy support expanding the program, citing the necessity of skilled labor for innovation. Meanwhile, traditionalists argue the program threatens American jobs. As tensions rise, some Republican figures emphasize a need for reforms to prioritize American workers without sacrificing innovation.
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