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Elon Musk Reverses Course on Skilled Worker Visas Amid MAGA Republican Backlash

In a significant pivot, Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur behind Tesla and SpaceX, has reconsidered his stance on the H1-B visa program, aiming to soothe tensions within the Republican Party. This reversal comes amidst an escalating conflict with Donald Trump’s MAGA (Make America Great Again) supporters, who advocate for stringent immigration policies.
Musk openly conceded that the H1-B visa system, which allows highly-educated foreigners to work in the U.S. for up to six years, is fundamentally “broken.” He suggested comprehensive reforms to address what he perceives as the system’s flaws. In response to criticisms on his social media platform X (formerly Twitter), where users argued that the visas are exploited to employ low-cost tech workers from abroad, Musk proposed a solution. He advocated for raising the minimum salary for H1-B visa holders and introducing an annual fee, making it more costly for companies to opt for foreign over domestic labor.
“I’ve been very clear that the program is broken and needs major reform,” Musk stated, expressing confidence that reforms under a Trump administration would fortify the U.S. economically. This statement marks a stark contrast to his previous day’s declaration where he was ready to “go to war” with MAGA Republicans over the issue, highlighting the deep-seated divisions within the party. His comments were a direct response to the MAGA faction’s demand for tighter immigration controls.
Musk’s ownership of X and his new role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency in Trump’s proposed administration have positioned him in the eye of this political storm. After facing backlash, he took to social media to denounce “hateful, unrepentant racists” within the Republican Party, signaling an attempt to navigate or perhaps bridge the gap between the traditional MAGA base and the tech-savvy, pro-immigration wing he represents.
This controversy has underscored the tension between Trump’s core supporters and his more recent tech allies. Musk, a naturalized U.S. citizen since 2002, has repeatedly lauded the H1-B visa for enabling him to attract the “critical people” needed to establish groundbreaking companies like SpaceX and Tesla. His businesses, like many in Silicon Valley, heavily depend on the influx of highly skilled workers from countries like India and China.
In an unexpected alignment, President-elect Trump has publicly endorsed Musk’s position, revealing his long-standing support for the H1-B program by stating he has “many H1B visas on my properties.” This has added a layer of complexity to the debate, as Trump’s typically anti-immigration stance clashes with his support for this particular visa program, leading to skepticism among MAGA loyalists who are wary of the tech industry’s influence on immigration policy.
Musk’s change in rhetoric aligns him with Vivek Ramaswamy, another tech entrepreneur and co-chair of the Department of Government Efficiency. Ramaswamy had previously stirred controversy by attributing the preference for foreign workers to a perceived lack of work ethic in American culture. However, he has since moderated his position, echoing Musk’s call for reform by recalling his earlier commitment to “gut” the H1-B visa system if elected, thus signaling a strategic retreat to mend political rifts.
This saga illustrates the ongoing tug-of-war within the Republican Party as it grapples with its identity and policy direction in the new political landscape, especially concerning immigration, economic growth, and the role of technology in shaping future policies.

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