Former President Trump Reiterates Support for H-1B Visa Program Amid Debate Within MAGA Movement
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**Trump Says He’s Not Changed His Mind on H-1B Visas as Debate Rages Within MAGA Coalition**
Former President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his support for the H-1B visa program, contradicting some of his allies in the MAGA movement who are pushing for stricter regulations and higher wages.
In an interview with the New York Post, Trump stated that he is still a “believer” in the H-1B program, which allows foreign workers to fill high-skilled positions in the United States. This stance is at odds with some members of his own base who argue that the program unfairly favors low-wage foreign workers and undermines American jobs.
“I’ve always liked the visas, I have always been in favor of the visas,” Trump said. “I have many H-1B visas on my properties. I’ve been a believer in H-1B. It’s a great program.”
Trump’s stance is notable given the growing debate within the MAGA movement about the role of foreign workers in the U.S. labor market.
Elon Musk, a vocal supporter of Trump and his policies, has proposed significant reforms to the H-1B visa program. In a recent interview, Musk suggested raising the minimum salary significantly and imposing an annual cost on employers for each visa holder.
“I’ve been very clear that the program is broken and needs major reform,” Musk said. “I’ve always liked the idea of making it more expensive to hire foreign workers than domestic workers.”
Some in Trump’s orbit have also begun to question the H-1B program, citing concerns about labor market displacement and wage suppression.
However, Trump’s statement suggests that he remains committed to his previous stance on the issue. The former president had previously proposed increasing the minimum salary threshold for H-1B visas and making changes to the way the “prevailing wage” is set in order to ensure U.S. wages are not undercut by foreign workers.
The debate highlights the growing divisions within the MAGA movement over issues of immigration, labor market policy, and globalization.
Source: http://www.foxnews.com
