However, Snopes also reported that there is no real, conclusive evidence directly linking layoffs to the employment of H-1B workers.
Tesla has been using the H-1B visa program for years prior to these layoffs, and the period from October 2023 to September 2024 will be the most in Tesla’s history. We saw a high number of H-1B applications. declared Mr. Snopes. It is also worth noting that approximately two-thirds of these applications were from workers already employed by Tesla seeking an extension of their visa status.
Between March and June of 2024, Tesla actually filed 1,269 H-1B visa applications, about 61% of the yearly total.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s defense of the H-1B program has drawn harsh criticism, especially as the company faces backlash over allegations of replacing U.S. workers with foreign workers. Snopes pointed out that there are. Some critics have advanced the argument that Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s support for the program actually contradicts his alignment with anti-immigrant sentiment within conservative circles.
FAQ:
What has been claimed about Tesla in recent social media posts?
Some recent social media posts claim that Tesla has hired foreign workers through the H-1B visa program to replace the recent mass layoffs of U.S. employees.
How many applications did Tesla file for H-1B visas and its employees from March to June 2024?
Between March and June of 2024, Tesla actually filed 1,269 H-1B visa applications, about 61% of the yearly total.
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