WASHINGTON, DC – In a recent podcast release, former President Donald Trump expressed his support for granting green cards to noncitizens in the United States upon graduating from college. This proposal, previously mentioned during his 2016 campaign, aims to retain high-skilled workers in the country. Trump emphasized the importance of keeping graduates from top institutions, such as Harvard and MIT, in the U.S.
During the podcast, Trump responded to a question from the hosts about the need for importing the best and brightest workers to America. He pledged to provide more opportunities for skilled individuals to contribute to the country’s workforce. Trump’s national press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, clarified that the proposal would apply only to the most skilled and vetted college graduates, ensuring they make significant contributions without undercutting American workers.
Despite his push for skilled migration, visa denials and extensions increased during Trump’s presidency, making it challenging for some noncitizen workers to remain in the U.S. Trump’s administration also implemented policies such as freezing new visas for foreign workers, which drew criticism for hindering skilled migration.
As Trump gears up for another campaign, his anti-migrant rhetoric continues to be a focal point of his speeches. He has made controversial comparisons between migrants and fictional characters like Hannibal Lecter, raising concerns about the impact of his rhetoric on immigration discourse. His claims about migrants bringing contagious diseases into the country have been met with skepticism and criticism from opponents.
It is clear that immigration policy remains a contentious issue in American politics, with differing perspectives on how to address the country’s skilled labor needs while balancing national security concerns. Trump’s latest proposal reflects his ongoing efforts to prioritize highly skilled migrants, but it also raises questions about the broader implications of such policies on immigration and workforce dynamics.