H-1B VISAS POWER THE TECH INDUSTRY. BUT EXPERTS SAY THAT'S NOT NECESSARILY BECAUSE OF A TALENT GAP

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Elon Musk controversially claimed that there was a shortage of top engineers in the US, saying that increased immigration is needed to fill the perceived gap. This sparked a debate, dividing supporters of stricter immigration policies from tech entrepreneurs who rely on H-1B visas for foreign workers. The data suggests there is a surplus of American tech workers, and critics argue the H-1B program displaces Americans and depresses wages. The situation is further complicated by reports of tech companies laying off US workers while simultaneously sponsoring H-1B visas.