Conflict over H-1B Visas

H-1B visas are a key method for U.S. companies to employ high-skilled foreign workers, having been established under the Immigration Act of 1990 with a cap of 65,000 visas annually. The episode highlights a controversy sparked by Laura Loomer criticizing the nomination of Sriram Krishnan for an advisory role, associating him with increased immigration due to his support for H-1B visas. Krishnan's association with influential figures like Elon Musk, who has openly advocated for the program based on its necessity for his companies, demonstrates how intertwined immigration policies and tech interests are. This debate reveals divisions within political support, particularly among MAGA supporters, regarding the perception of immigration and its benefits.