The debate around the H-1B visa program has intensified among supporters of President Trump, with figures like Steve Bannon criticizing it as a 'scam'. Conversely, tech leaders such as Elon Musk argue for the necessity of foreign skilled workers for the tech sector's growth. The annual limit for H-1B visas is set at 65,000, alongside 20,000 for high-achieving international students. As an immigrant and computer science professor, I stress the need to investigate why the U.S. struggles to nurture a domestic tech workforce when it historically attracted global talent.
The H-1B visa program is crucial for the tech sector, yet it is contentious among Trump's supporters, with figures like Bannon labeling it a "complete scam".
The debate over H-1B visas highlights broader concerns about the U.S. tech workforce's reliance on foreign talent and the inability to cultivate a domestic skill base.
The U.S. has historically attracted global scientific talent, with government programs dating back to before World War II promoting international collaboration and education.
As a computer science professor and immigrant, I emphasize the need to address why the U.S. cannot generate a self-sustaining tech workforce despite high demand.
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