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Trump pivots on H1B visas backing global talent to fill US tech labor gaps
Business
Published on 24 April 2026
The surprising shift: he now argues shortages need H1B help
US President Donald Trump is taking a pragmatic turn on H-1B visas, now backing the hiring of skilled foreign workers to strengthen American high-tech industries. The policy shift seeks to address persistent labor shortages that could hurt competitiveness. Trump also expects backlash from his political base but says global talent is increasingly necessary to keep US firms moving.
- Trump says H-1B hiring can address high-tech labor shortages
- The pivot reframes foreign talent as a competitiveness strategy
- He anticipates pushback from his base but prioritizes industry needs
- The focus remains on skilled workers for critical roles
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