Summary

Elon Musk faced backlash from his followers on X after advocating for importing “super talented engineers” to address a shortage in the U.S. tech industry.

Musk likened hiring top foreign talent to building a championship sports team and argues that there is a shortage of talented and motivated American engineers.

Critics argued there’s sufficient U.S. talent being overlooked or underpaid, with some pointing to widespread tech layoffs.

Musk dismissed claims of low wages or training gaps, maintaining a need for exceptional engineering talent to advance innovation.

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      8 days ago

      Let’s see where the imports are from. I have a feeling those who would accept bottom-tier wages will be the preferred import. I’m not blaming the workers, either. They will be sadly surprised by COL.

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      8 days ago

      Honestly, this chart wouldn’t be acceptable for the most part.

      Get the brown skinned engineers over here, but then threaten to deport them once they’re here. Easier to control and pay less. As is the way with every asshole regime.

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        8 days ago

        Better yet, arrest them when their visa is mysteriously revoked for illegal immigration, then you don’t have to pay them at all!