Trump Supporters Are Debating the H-1B Visa—What Is It?

Here’s what to know about the controversial and widely used temporary working visa.

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In recent days, a debate between Elon Musk and users of social media platform X has renewed scrutiny of the H-1B visa.

Here are some key facts about the work visa, which is unpopular with many Americans but a favorite of big tech.

What Is an H-1B?

The H-1B, created by the 1990 Immigration Act, is a temporary visa that allows nonimmigrants to legally work in the United States in “specialty occupations.”