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In a recent exchange, President Joe Biden accused Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, of having been an "illegal worker" when he first began his career in the United States. This allegation stems from reports that Musk did not adhere to the terms of his student visa when he arrived in the U.S.
Biden made this statement during an event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, highlighting the irony that Musk, now a prominent supporter of former President Donald Trump and his stringent immigration policies, had himself violated immigration laws. According to Biden, Musk was supposed to be in school on a student visa but instead focused on his business ventures, including founding his startup Zip2, without the necessary work visa.
This accusation is supported by a report from the Washington Post, which cited former business associates, court records, and company documents to substantiate the claim that Musk did not have the appropriate visa for his early entrepreneurial activities.
Musk has vehemently denied these allegations, asserting on social media that he was allowed to work in the U.S. and accusing Biden of lying. Musk's response also included his ongoing criticism of the Biden administration's immigration policies, which he claims have led to an influx of undocumented immigrants and potential voter manipulation in favor of the Democratic Party.
The timing of this exchange is significant, given Musk's recent endorsement of Trump and his active involvement in Trump's presidential campaign. Musk has committed substantial financial resources to support Trump, including a $75 million contribution to a pro-Trump super PAC over the past few months. Additionally, Musk has been promoting an online petition in support of the First and Second Amendments, with promises of daily $1 million donations to supporters in swing states.
This public feud underscores the complex and often contradictory nature of immigration debates in the U.S., particularly when high-profile figures like Musk are involved. While Musk now advocates for stricter immigration policies, his own past actions, as highlighted by Biden, suggest a more nuanced history with U.S. immigration laws.
Original Article: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/26/biden-elon-musk-illegal-worker-began-career.html
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