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Elon Musk's Past as an Illegal Worker Sparks Immigration Debate

President Biden criticizes Musk for hypocrisy after reports reveal he once worked illegally in the U.S.

  • The Washington Post reported that Elon Musk worked illegally in the U.S. in the 1990s after overstaying his student visa.
  • Musk denies the allegations, claiming he was legally allowed to work under a J-1 visa that transitioned to an H1-B.
  • President Biden accused Musk of hypocrisy given his current stance against illegal immigration, highlighting Musk's early career violations.
  • Musk's past immigration status has reignited discussions about the impact of immigration restrictions on innovation and entrepreneurship.
  • Critics and supporters are divided, with some defending Musk's contributions to technology and others questioning his anti-immigration rhetoric.
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