Summary

Senator Bernie Sanders criticized Elon Musk over his support for the H-1B visa program, calling it a tool for corporations to replace good-paying American jobs with lower-wage foreign labor.

Sanders cited data showing U.S. companies laid off 85,000 American workers between 2022 and 2023 while hiring 34,000 H-1B visa holders, arguing this undermines U.S. competitiveness.

Musk, who credits the visa program for his success, defended it, stating he’s ready to “go to war” over the issue.

The debate has divided MAGA conservatives, exposing rifts within Trump’s coalition.

  • takeda@lemm.ee
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    3 months ago

    US has a lot of dark history for sure, but being middle class wasn’t as bad as it is right now.

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      3 months ago

      Is anyone middle class anymore? I mean like doctors and lawyers sure, but for the average worker it’s out of reach.