• Fri, December 27, 2024

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Marianne Williamson Launches Effort To Chair Democratic National Committee

"My experience of what went wrong has given me insight into what needs doing to make things right," the author and former presidential candidate wrote.

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Wiliam Ruto Promises to End Abductions, Urges Parents to Protect Their Kids: "Wawe Na Nidhamu"

President William Ruto has broken his silence on the cases of abductions that have been reported in the country in the recent past, urging youths to be respectful.

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SP, BSP caution against politics over Manmohan Singh's funeral, memorial

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati have urged the central government to avoid any political

by: MSN

Police group praises bill to give public sector retirees full Social Security benefits: 'deserved and earned'

Law enforcement groups praised the passage of a bill that would restores Social Security benefits to former public sector workers who also receive pension payments.

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Mexico developing app for migrants in response to Trump's mass deportation plan

The app -- dubbed Alert Button -- will allow nationals who think they are about to be detained to notify the "consulate closest to their location," officials said.

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Musk says 'hateful unrepentant racists' must be removed from Republican Party as visa feud deepens

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Fear and chaos grip Maputo after post-election violence

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MAGA backlash as Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy defend visa program for skilled workers: Live updates

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by: MSN

Musk and MAGA are fighting over H-1B visas. How do they work?

The backlash heightened on the tech billionaire's social media platform X within the last week as Ramaswamy and Musk have faced scrutiny from some in the GOP, including far-right activist Laura Loomer and other hardline anti-immigration Republicans.
  • Sat, December 28, 2024

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Hafta 516: Media and judicial accountability, highs and lows of 2024, remembering Manmohan Singh

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by: NDTV

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by: MSN

Letters: December 28, 2024

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Bahrain's security chief meets Syrian commander amid diplomatic push

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'Kill Modi politics': Khalistani supporters rally outside US State Dept during Jaishankar's visit (WATCH)

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Trump-connected group bashes Maura Healey, Michelle Wu for creating sanctuaries in Massachusetts

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Nigel Farage exposes public sector pension 'Ponzi scheme' and demands crackdown

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Elon Musk will help Reform UK win over young voters and beat the Tories, Nigel Farage claims

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

U.S. Slams Hong Kong's Bounties and China's Retaliatory Measures

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Manmohan Singh 'Insulted': Rahul Gandhi On Funeral At Nigambodh Ghat. Kejriwal Says 'BJP Govt Couldn't Even...'

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by: MSN

Florida county rep abandons House Democrats and joins Republican supermajority

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

MTG joins Matt Gaetz's call to release 'congressional sexual slush fund list'

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by: MSN

Brits in Spain warning as country loved by UK nationals faces massive price hike

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William Ruto reassigns Musalia Mudavadi, Aden Duale to vacant ministries: "Acting CSs"

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Germany dissolves parliament and sets new elections for February

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US Government Designates Marc Fogel as 'Wrongfully Detained' in Russia

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CA Cities And Leaders Get Threatening Letters From Trump Advisor

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Govt agreed to memorial to honour Manmohan Singh, Congress now playing politics: BJP's Sudhanshu Trivedi

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Millions could soon be getting more Social Security benefits

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Republican brawl on immigration erupts as MAGA and tech world clash

A debate over legal immigration exploded during the Christmas holiday that shows that the party isn't unified, even on its strongest issue with voters.

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Musk and MAGA are fighting over H-1B visas. How do they work?

The backlash heightened on the tech billionaire's social media platform X within the last week as Ramaswamy and Musk have faced scrutiny from some in the GOP, including far-right activist Laura Loomer and other hardline anti-immigration Republicans.
The article from MSN discusses the controversy surrounding H-1B visas, which are non-immigrant visas allowing U.S. companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has publicly supported the H-1B visa program, arguing that it's essential for attracting top global talent to the U.S., thereby boosting innovation and economic growth. Conversely, some MAGA (Make America Great Again) supporters and conservative groups criticize the program, claiming it displaces American workers and depresses wages. They argue that companies misuse the visa to hire cheaper foreign labor. The debate has intensified with legislative proposals like the HIRE Act, which aims to reform the H-1B visa system by increasing wages for visa holders and prioritizing American workers. This clash highlights broader immigration and economic policy debates in the U.S., with significant implications for tech industries and the broader labor market.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/musk-and-maga-are-fighting-over-h-1b-visas-how-do-they-work/ar-AA1wBhp1