Elon Musk has put forward a two-point proposal aimed at reforming the broken H-1B visa program. He asserts that the current system is flawed and requires significant changes to ensure it does not promote the use of cheap labor. Musk suggested raising the minimum salary for H-1B workers and instituting a yearly cost for maintaining the visa, arguing that this would make employing foreign workers more expensive and elevate the quality of new hires. He believes that such measures would result in companies prioritizing top talent over lower-cost labor. However, his perspective has ignited a flare-up in the existing MAGA split regarding the program, a sentiment echoed by tech leaders like Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in favor of H-1B expansion, versus traditional MAGA supporters who view it with skepticism.

Amid this ongoing debate, a recent Rasmussen Reports poll reveals that 60% of Americans believe the US already has enough domestic talent for white-collar jobs, with only 26% in favor of increasing the number of foreign workers under the H-1B program. Reactions from voters indicate a significant division, with 72% of Republicans affirming that the nation has sufficient professionals to fill these roles. This contrasts with Musk's suggestions for reform as many Americans question the need for more foreign talent.

Former President Donald Trump has reiterated his support for the H-1B program, claiming it is beneficial, even as controversy swirls around the ongoing discussion about its future and necessity in the current job market.