In a public address, former President Donald Trump reiterated the necessity for skilled immigrants within the U.S. workforce, particularly in high-tech industries. This acknowledgement comes amidst criticism from some followers of his 'Make America Great Again' (MAGA) campaign regarding the relaxation of hardline immigration policies.
During his speech at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum, Trump highlighted the need for immigrants who can train domestic workers in advanced manufacturing sectors, defending the notion that this aligns with his political ideology. He expressed appreciation for his conservative base, stating, I love my conservative friends. I love MAGA. But this is MAGA, emphasizing that bringing in foreign talent will enhance U.S. competitiveness.
Reactions to Trump's statement have varied. While his comments were met with applause from business executives in attendance, they have also sparked debate, notably during a recent interview with Fox News host Laura Ingraham. Ingraham expressed concerns about the influx of foreign workers, to which Trump countered, asserting the need for skilled immigrants, stating, You also do have to bring in talent.
This exchange prompted pushback from factions within the MAGA movement who view the expansion of programs like H-1B visas negatively. Trump, however, remained steadfast in his beliefs, remarking that his critics, though intelligent, do not grasp the necessity of proper training for the domestic workforce.
Highlighting the importance of skilled labor in manufacturing complex goods, Trump stated, You can’t think you can hire people off an unemployment line to run it, referencing the high-tech plants that require specialized knowledge and experience.
Despite the controversy, Trump continued to advocate for skilled immigration, insisting it would benefit American labor and industry. He framed the situation as a rescue mission for U.S. manufacturing and competitiveness, reiterating that without proper skilled workers, the new high-tech plants being established in the U.S. could face significant challenges.
During his speech at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum, Trump highlighted the need for immigrants who can train domestic workers in advanced manufacturing sectors, defending the notion that this aligns with his political ideology. He expressed appreciation for his conservative base, stating, I love my conservative friends. I love MAGA. But this is MAGA, emphasizing that bringing in foreign talent will enhance U.S. competitiveness.
Reactions to Trump's statement have varied. While his comments were met with applause from business executives in attendance, they have also sparked debate, notably during a recent interview with Fox News host Laura Ingraham. Ingraham expressed concerns about the influx of foreign workers, to which Trump countered, asserting the need for skilled immigrants, stating, You also do have to bring in talent.
This exchange prompted pushback from factions within the MAGA movement who view the expansion of programs like H-1B visas negatively. Trump, however, remained steadfast in his beliefs, remarking that his critics, though intelligent, do not grasp the necessity of proper training for the domestic workforce.
Highlighting the importance of skilled labor in manufacturing complex goods, Trump stated, You can’t think you can hire people off an unemployment line to run it, referencing the high-tech plants that require specialized knowledge and experience.
Despite the controversy, Trump continued to advocate for skilled immigration, insisting it would benefit American labor and industry. He framed the situation as a rescue mission for U.S. manufacturing and competitiveness, reiterating that without proper skilled workers, the new high-tech plants being established in the U.S. could face significant challenges.
