Trump defends H-1B visas, says US ‘needs to bring in talent,’ sparking backlash

Photo caption: President Donald Trump delivers remarks at a Veterans Day ceremony at the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery, Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia. Photo credit: Official White House photo by Daniel Torok via Flickr. US government work. Article by Elise Winland. Catholic Vote – November 13, 2025.

President Donald Trump defended the H-1B visa program this week, arguing that the U.S. must “bring in talent” from abroad rather than rely solely on American workers — a stance that triggered swift pushback from conservatives who say the program suppresses American wages. The H-1B program allows U.S. companies to bring in highly skilled foreign workers for up to six years. Large tech companies rely heavily on the program, arguing that the visas help them stay competitive. Critics counter that the program suppresses wages and displaces American workers. […]

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