QuickTake: Trump Takes On H-1B Visas

QuickTake: Trump Takes On H-1B Visas

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The video discusses US immigration issues, focusing on the H1B visa program used by tech companies to hire skilled workers. It covers President Trump's proposal to end the program, the historical context of US immigration laws, and the ongoing debate about the availability of American workers versus the need for foreign talent. The video also highlights the lobbying efforts by major tech companies and the impact of immigration policies on various industries.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of US businesses when discussing immigration?

Increasing agricultural workers

Attracting skilled workers in science, math, and technology

Bringing in unskilled labor

Hiring more movie stars and athletes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which visa program is primarily used by tech companies to hire skilled workers?

Special visa for movie stars

H2A visa

H1A visa

H1B visa

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the 1924 US immigration law?

To increase immigration from Europe

To curb a wave of post-war immigration

To allow more agricultural workers

To expand the H1B visa program

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which US President expanded a program for foreign graduates in the sciences?

President Obama

President Trump

President Bush

President Clinton

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern do opponents of the H1B visa program raise?

Lack of skilled workers in the US

Insufficient number of visas for agricultural workers

Increase in US students pursuing science degrees

High cost of hiring foreign workers