Elon Musk's Battle Over H-1B Visa Sparks Controversy and Debate in Tech

Elon Musk stirred debate over the H-1B visa program, labeling it 'broken' and calling for major reforms. He defends the program as vital for tech giants like SpaceX and Tesla. His statements have received mixed reactions from political figures, with some advocating for stricter immigration policies.

Elon Musk has reignited the debate surrounding the H-1B visa program by calling it 'broken' and in urgent need of 'major reform.' The tech billionaire and Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy have been tapped by Donald Trump to lead the Department of Government Efficiency.

Musk, once on an H-1B visa himself, argues for the necessity of foreign workers in tech. He suggests reforms like raising the minimum salary and adding costs to make it more expensive to hire foreign talent. His position has drawn support from Trump, despite past restrictions.

The debate intensified after criticism from right-wing influencers who oppose the influx of skilled immigrants. Vivek Ramaswamy's comments on American culture facing mediocrity also sparked controversy, leading to Musk's call to remove certain elements from the Republican Party.

(With inputs from agencies.)