H-1B Visa Debate Intensifies

The ongoing H-1B visa debate has taken a new turn with Aravind Srinivas, founder of Perplexity AI, stepping into the fray. Srinivas, an IIT alumnus currently on an H-1B visa in the US, challenges the narrative that Indian immigrants are taking jobs from American tech workers.

Unauthorized Immigration: The Real Issue

Srinivas emphasizes that the core issue is unauthorized immigration, not the H-1B visa program. He points out that Indians are also facing layoffs and that the focus should be on addressing illegal immigration.

Trump and Musk's Stance on H-1B Visas

Donald Trump's unexpected support for Elon Musk's pro-H-1B visa stance has caused confusion among his MAGA supporters, leading to increased anti-Indian sentiment. Meanwhile, Srinivas defends Sriram Krishnan, Trump's AI policy advisor, against criticism based on his pro-immigration views.

Looking Forward

Srinivas remains optimistic, believing that the situation will settle down and that the focus should be on the positive impact of high-caliber individuals like Krishnan on AI policy.