Trump's 'America First' Dilemma: Why He's Open to H-1B Visas Despite Backlash
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President Donald Trump has found himself at odds with his loyal MAGA base over his stance on H-1B visas. Speaking at the US-Saudi Investment Forum, Trump emphasized the need for skilled foreign workers, citing the importance of attracting investment and expertise to the US. In a bid to reassure his conservative supporters, Trump explained that H-1B workers are essential for filling high-skilled jobs that US citizens and permanent residents struggle to fill. He pointed to the example of massive computer chip factories, which require thousands of skilled workers to operate. "I love MAGA, but this is MAGA," Trump said, attempting to reconcile his 'America First' vision with the need for foreign talent. "Those people are going to teach our people how to make computer chips, and in a short period of time, our people are gonna be doing great, and those people can go home.
