Far-right activist Laura Loomer, known for her controversial views, is igniting tensions within the MAGA movement over the reliance of Silicon Valley on foreign-born workers. Loomer has launched a scathing attack on Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, accusing them of undermining American STEM graduates by supporting H-1B visas and skilled immigration.
Loomer’s ire escalated after former President Donald Trump appointed Indian-American entrepreneur Sriram Krishnan as a senior policy adviser for artificial intelligence. She criticized Krishnan’s support for skilled immigration, labeling it “anti-American” and dubbing workers from India as “third-world invaders.” Her remarks have been widely condemned as racist and offensive.
In her social media tirades, Loomer accused Musk of being compromised by foreign interests and criticized his role in tech policy discussions. Musk dismissed her claims, calling her a “troll” seeking attention. Ramaswamy defended the tech industry’s reliance on global talent, stating the need for highly skilled engineers to maintain innovation in the United States.
Loomer has gained support from some MAGA factions, including followers of white supremacist Nick Fuentes. However, her divisive rhetoric has prompted backlash from both sides. Her claim that Krishnan donated to Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign was debunked, further straining her credibility.
Amid rising tensions, Loomer has hinted at advising MAGA voters to boycott the 2026 midterms, questioning the Trump team’s priorities. She also aimed Krishnan’s association with Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna, fueling concerns about partisan divides in tech policy.
As the debate rages on, key figures like Musk and David Sacks continue to advocate for limited, high-skilled immigration, emphasizing its importance for the tech industry. Meanwhile, Loomer’s inflammatory remarks risk alienating a significant segment of the MAGA base.
The ongoing feud highlights deepening fractures within the movement, with immigration policies and tech industry dynamics at the center of the discord.
