Jeremy Neufeld

Jeremy Neufeld, Director of Immigration Policy at the Institute for Progress, explains how immigration fuels American innovation, especially in tech. He discusses the crucial role of student visas and H-1Bs in powering AI startups, revealing that 70% of founders come from this pipeline. Neufeld highlights the risks of policy missteps that let other countries, like China, gain an edge. He also proposes a more talent-friendly immigration system that could strengthen national security while promoting innovation.