Conservative Activist Laura Loomer Accuses Elon Musk of “Totalitarian Censorship” Over H-1B Visas
Conservative activist Laura Loomer has launched a sharp attack on X, formerly Twitter, owner Elon Musk, accusing him of “totalitarian censorship” over her criticism of H-1B visas. Loomer, a loyal Make America Great Again (MAGA) supporter, has taken to social media to criticize Musk’s support for H-1B visas, which allow employers to hire skilled workers from other countries for specialized jobs that require college degrees or significant experience.
Musk, a South African naturalized U.S. citizen, has been a vocal supporter of legal migration, citing his own experience as a beneficiary of the H-1B program. He has benefited from the program personally and professionally, and Tesla, the company he founded, relies on the program to hire skilled workers.
Loomer’s criticism of Musk’s stance on H-1B visas is not the first time she has taken aim at him. She previously accused him of “full censorship” after her premium account on the social media site was deactivated. However, Musk has not responded to the accusations.
Musk has argued that the H-1B system is broken and needs to be replaced with a system that focuses on selecting the best and brightest. He has also emphasized the importance of legal migration in driving innovation and economic growth.
Loomer, on the other hand, is opposed to the H-1B program, which she believes takes jobs away from American workers. She has also accused Musk of “totalitarian censorship” for labeling her posts on the platform as “probable spam.”
The rift over H-1B visas has sparked a broader debate over the role of immigration in the U.S. economy. While some argue that it is essential for driving innovation and economic growth, others believe it puts American workers at a disadvantage.
The debate is likely to continue, with no clear indication of what President-elect Donald Trump plans to do regarding H-1B visas. In the past, Trump has suggested that international students graduating from American universities should be given green cards, but it is unclear how he will balance the competing interests of businesses that rely on the H-1B program and those who believe it benefits American workers.