Musk and Ramaswamy Spark Immigration Debate

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are facing backlash from Trump's MAGA base over their support for the H-1B visa program, which allows foreign skilled workers to fill roles in U.S. tech companies. This has sparked a rift between traditional anti-immigration supporters and business figures who argue for the need for top talent from abroad. Critics, including Laura Loomer, have accused Musk of betraying the MAGA movement's hardline stance on immigration, while Musk contends that the shortage of skilled engineers in America necessitates hiring from overseas. Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett claims that Trump's base has been misled by Musk and Ramaswamy, who were previously celebrated for their proposals aimed at efficiency. The ongoing conflict highlights the tensions within the Republican coalition as Trump prepares to address immigration policies in his upcoming administration. This discord is significant as it may impact voter alignment and strategies leading into the midterms.