VP JD Vance Targets Microsoft Over H-1B Visas and U.S. Layoffs

Vice President JD Vance is targeting Microsoft over its use of the H-1B visa system, accusing the technology giant of abusing a program designed to allow U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialized occupations. During his remarks, Vance claimed Microsoft laid off 6,000 American workers while benefiting from approximately 6,300 H-1B visas and nearly 3,000 green cards. He argued that the figures illustrate broader problems with the immigration system and pledged that the Trump administration would take action. Microsoft has disputed the characterization of its visa filings, explaining that many H-1B petitions involve extensions or changes in status for existing employees rather than new foreign hires. The debate raises questions about American jobs, skilled-worker immigration, corporate hiring practices and the future of the H-1B visa program. Subscribe for more coverage of Microsoft, the U.S. economy, immigration policy, American workers, Big Tech and government accountability. #JDVance #Microsoft #H1B #AmericanJobs #TrumpAdministration #BigTech #Immigration #Economy