Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley criticized Vivek Ramaswamy on Thursday after he attributed the shortage of U.S.-born engineers to American culture. “There is nothing wrong with American workers or American culture,” Haley said on X, emphasizing investment in Americans over foreign workers.
Ramaswamy, set to co-chair the “Department of Government Efficiency” with Elon Musk, argued Silicon Valley relies on foreign-born engineers because American culture prioritizes mediocrity. He stated, “A culture that celebrates the prom queen over the math olympiad champ… will not produce the best engineers,” calling for a cultural awakening akin to the “Sputnik moment.”
The exchange continues the rivalry between Haley and Ramaswamy from last year’s GOP primary, where they traded harsh insults during debates.
The broader debate highlights divisions within the GOP on immigration policy. Tech leaders like Musk and Ramaswamy support skilled immigration while aligning with Trump’s broader immigration restrictions. Musk recently described the work visa process as “painful and slow” but acknowledged a shortage of highly skilled engineers in the U.S.
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