Americans say US doesn’t need more foreign workers while Trump and Elon Musk bat for skilled immigration: Here’s how foreign talent has fuelled the US economy

The U.S. economy heavily relies on immigrant labor, from skilled professionals in STEM fields to essential workers in healthcare, agriculture, and construction. A recent Rasmussen Reports survey shows public skepticism about expanding the H-1B visa program, with most Americans believing the U.S. already has enough skilled talent. Despite this, figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump advocate for H-1B expansion to meet labor needs. Immigrants contribute significantly to the nation’s GDP and innovation, making their role indispensable to the economy’s continued growth.

​The U.S. economy heavily relies on immigrant labor, from skilled professionals in STEM fields to essential workers in healthcare, agriculture, and construction. A recent Rasmussen Reports survey shows public skepticism about expanding the H-1B visa program, with most Americans believing the U.S. already has enough skilled talent. Despite this, figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump advocate for H-1B expansion to meet labor needs. Immigrants contribute significantly to the nation’s GDP and innovation, making their role indispensable to the economy’s continued growth. The U.S. economy heavily relies on immigrant labor, from skilled professionals in STEM fields to essential workers in healthcare, agriculture, and construction. A recent Rasmussen Reports survey shows public skepticism about expanding the H-1B visa program, with most Americans believing the U.S. already has enough skilled talent. Despite this, figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump advocate for H-1B expansion to meet labor needs. Immigrants contribute significantly to the nation’s GDP and innovation, making their role indispensable to the economy’s continued growth.  

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