Tech billionaire Elon Musk has publicly backed the H-1B visa scheme


Elon Musk Praises Indian Talent Boost to US on H-1B Visas

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has publicly backed the H-1B visa scheme, declaring that America has massively benefitted from skilled Indian workers.


During a podcast chat with Indian entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath, Musk defended the programme that allows US companies to recruit foreign experts for specialist jobs in fields like software development and engineering. He said bluntly: "Yes, I think America has benefitted immensely from talented Indians that have come to America."

Musk, who runs Tesla and SpaceX, has firsthand experience with this. His companies regularly use H-1B visas to hire brilliant minds from overseas. However, he admitted the system isn't perfect. "I think there's been some misuse of the H-1B programme," he said, calling out outsourcing firms that he believes have twisted the rules. "Some companies have gamed the system on the H-1B front, and we need to stop the gaming of the system."

The H-1B debate has intensified recently, particularly with discussions about stricter immigration policies under President Trump. Trump has pushed for higher visa application fees and cracked down on what he calls fraud. Yet he's also said America needs talented people who can help develop cutting-edge technology like advanced computer chips and defence systems.


Musk's comments highlight the crucial role Indian professionals play in Silicon Valley. Countless tech executives and engineers there come from India, driving innovation in apps, electric vehicles, and space exploration.


The issue divides opinion. Supporters argue H-1B keeps America competitive in the global race for talent. Critics claim it undercuts local workers' wages and gets exploited by corporations seeking cheap labour.


Musk's main point was crystal clear: when done properly, visas like H-1B are brilliant for America. The podcast clip has since gone viral, sparking passionate debates from Mumbai to Silicon Valley about immigration, talent, and national competitiveness.

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