On Monday’s episode of The Alex Marlow Show, Breitbart Editor-in-Chief Alex Marlow sharply criticized the current use of H-1B visas, describing the system as a tool for corporate elites to undercut American workers. Marlow argued that the program, originally intended to fill labor shortages in specialized fields, has been abused to displace U.S. workers while driving down wages.
Marlow stated that an industry has emerged to exploit the H-1B program by hiring foreign workers at lower wages, creating unfair competition for American employees. “So, they come in and they fetch less money, which means they will take American jobs and then they will also drive down the wages of the Americans who are here,” he said. Marlow labeled this practice as “evil,” asserting that prioritizing profits over American livelihoods represents a betrayal of the country’s workforce.
Critics of the H-1B system echo Marlow’s concerns, noting that large corporations and staffing agencies often use the program to replace qualified American workers rather than addressing genuine labor shortages. For example, stories have surfaced of U.S. workers being forced to train their foreign replacements as a condition of receiving severance. Marlow and others view this as emblematic of a system designed to enrich corporations at the expense of American families.
Supporters of the H-1B program argue it addresses critical gaps in industries such as technology and engineering, bringing in skilled talent from abroad. However, detractors, including Marlow, counter that companies exploit the system to prioritize cost savings over fairness. Calls for reform have gained traction, with proposals to tighten eligibility requirements, increase wage standards, and limit the number of visas issued annually.
Marlow’s comments reflect broader concerns about the impact of immigration policies on the American workforce. As debates over the H-1B visa program continue, questions about corporate accountability and economic fairness remain at the forefront. The program’s future will likely depend on balancing the needs of businesses with the rights and opportunities of American workers.
