Trump Backs H-1B Visa Amid GOP Divide

President-elect Donald Trump has shifted his stance on the H-1B visa program, now supporting it despite previously restricting it during his first term. Trump claimed to have utilized H-1B visas on his properties, although his companies primarily relied on H-2B visas for less-skilled labor. His newfound support aligns with tech leaders like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, who advocate for the program as essential for attracting talent, while facing backlash from conservative factions within the MAGA movement who view it as a threat to American jobs. The debate has highlighted a rift in the Republican Party over immigration reform, with significant implications for the upcoming legislative agenda. Critics argue that Trump's history suggests he has not genuinely embraced high-skilled immigration, as his businesses typically hired undocumented and lower-skilled workers. The future of the H-1B visa program and its reforms remains uncertain as Trump prepares to take office.