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As the incoming Trump administration prepares to tackle immigration reform, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, co-chairs of the newly established “Department of Government Efficiency,” are defending the tech industry’s reliance on foreign-born engineers. Both figures argue that the shortage of skilled American engineers makes hiring international talent a necessity for the U.S. to remain competitive in the global economy.

Musk, who leads Tesla and SpaceX, has frequently spoken about the talent gap in the U.S. tech industry. In a recent post on his social media platform, X, Musk emphasized that the pool of highly skilled and motivated engineers in America is far too small. “The number of top-tier engineers in the U.S. is simply not enough to meet the demand,” Musk stated. He clarified that his companies would prefer to hire Americans, as navigating the complex and slow visa process for foreign workers is a cumbersome task. However, he acknowledged that the talent shortage in the U.S. often leaves companies no choice but to look overseas.

Vivek Ramaswamy, a biotech entrepreneur and thought leader, echoed Musk’s concerns but took a deeper cultural approach. Ramaswamy believes that the reason top tech companies often hire foreign-born engineers isn’t because of any deficiency in American intelligence but rather due to a cultural shift. In a post on X, Ramaswamy explained that American society has for decades devalued excellence in favor of mediocrity. He argued that the cultural emphasis on popularity over academic and intellectual achievement has led to a generation of young people less focused on the kind of rigor required to excel in tech fields. “A culture that glorifies the prom queen over the math Olympiad champion won’t produce the best engineers,” Ramaswamy stated.

The debate has intensified in recent days after Sriram Krishnan, a tech investor and newly appointed AI policy advisor for Trump, suggested that green card caps for skilled immigrants should be lifted. This recommendation has drawn sharp criticism from some factions of the conservative movement, including Laura Loomer, a staunch Trump supporter. Loomer argued that such moves would allow foreign workers to take jobs that should be given to American students pursuing STEM fields.

However, conservative tech leaders like David Sacks, appointed by Trump as White House AI and crypto czar, defended Krishnan’s stance. Sacks clarified that Krishnan advocates for a merit-based immigration system that focuses on attracting the best and brightest talent to the U.S. “Sriram is not advocating for an unlimited green card system, but for one that is based on skills, which is a viewpoint shared by many on the right,” Sacks wrote.

Joe Lonsdale, co-founder of Palantir Technologies, also supported Krishnan’s approach, arguing that America must recruit the world’s top talent to maintain its economic and technological edge. He emphasized that bringing in skilled workers is essential for building the best companies, ensuring a high standard of living, and maintaining the U.S.’s competitive advantage on the global stage.

This debate over immigration and tech talent comes as the Trump administration prepares to unveil a sweeping immigration policy, which includes promises of mass deportations and a crackdown on illegal immigration. While Musk and Ramaswamy have both expressed support for Trump’s broader immigration policies, they emphasize the need to strike a balance that allows America to continue attracting top talent while securing its borders. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure that America remains the global leader in innovation, and they believe that starts with a sensible approach to immigration that prioritizes skills and merit.