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Bernie Sanders Criticizes H-1B Visa Program Amid Tensions with Elon Musk and MAGA Supporters

Sen. Bernie Sanders condemns the H-1B visa program as a tool for corporate exploitation while sparking debate within the Republican base over its implications.

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Updated: Jan 3rd, 2025, 5:51 PM ET

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Sen. Bernie Sanders has denounced the H-1B visa program, claiming it undermines American jobs by allowing corporations to hire cheaper foreign labor. His statements, made amidst rising tensions with Elon Musk and some MAGA supporters, emphasize the need for reforms to protect both American workers and foreign guest workers from corporate exploitation. Sanders questions the integrity of the program, arguing it serves to fill low-wage positions rather than addressing real skill shortages. Meanwhile, Musk and Trump advocate for the program, leading to conflict within the GOP over immigration policies and labor rights.

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