Trump Supports H-1B Visas, Divides Supporters

President-elect Donald Trump has expressed support for the H-1B visa program, aligning with Tesla CEO Elon Musk and dividing opinions among his supporters. Despite previously criticizing the program as 'unfair' to American workers and implementing the 'Hire American' policy during his first term, Trump now states he has 'always liked' the visas and has used them extensively at his properties. This stance has caused a rift with some of his traditional supporters who oppose immigration that they believe competes with American jobs. Musk, a naturalized US citizen who entered the US on an H-1B visa, argues that attracting elite engineering talent from abroad is essential for American competitiveness. The debate intensified after Trump's appointment of Indian American Sriram Krishnan as an AI advisor, which provoked criticism from far-right activists. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions within the Republican party over immigration policies.