Steve Bannon sharply criticized Elon Musk, calling him a “toddler,” after Musk defended his strong support for H-1B visas and took aim at American workers in a heated online debate.
The conflict started when Musk made a bold post on X (formerly Twitter), telling critics to “go f*** yourself in the face” and promising to wage a “war” over the importance of H-1B visas... Continue reading here ▶
Musk argued that these visas are crucial for attracting skilled foreign workers, who he said are essential for building successful companies like SpaceX and Tesla.
Musk wrote, “The reason I’m in America, along with so many important people who built SpaceX, Tesla, and other companies, is because of H-1B visas. Take a big step back and F*** YOURSELF in the face.
” This aggressive statement sparked outrage among conservatives, including Bannon, who took to Gettr to mock Musk, saying, “Someone please notify Child Protective Services. We need to do a wellness check on this toddler.”
Bannon also criticized tech companies’ reliance on H-1B visas, claiming they are used to drive down wages for American workers. He responded to Musk’s challenge, saying, “Bring it, dude.
All of it.” On his War Room podcast, Bannon further slammed Musk and other tech leaders, describing them as socially awkward. “These tech nerds don’t take criticism well,” Bannon said. “They’re kind of all on the spectrum and don’t understand social skills.”
This argument between Bannon and Musk highlights a growing divide among conservatives. Musk’s support for H-1B visas and his criticisms of American work culture have also angered many Trump supporters.
Critics argue that Musk’s immigration views go against Trump’s “America First” agenda, which focuses on protecting American jobs for American workers. Some pointed out that Musk has called American workers “too retarded” for high-tech jobs in the past, adding fuel to the fire.
Adding to the controversy, Musk has been accused of silencing his critics on X. Figures like Laura Loomer lost their verification badges and were locked out of their accounts after criticizing Musk for allegedly abandoning free speech principles. Musk’s critics claim his actions show hypocrisy, especially after he previously promised X would be a platform for open debate.
Vivek Ramaswamy, another prominent figure in the debate, joined Musk in criticizing American culture. Ramaswamy said the U.S. has “venerated mediocrity over excellence for too long” and even blamed the popularity of shows like Boy Meets World for promoting this mindset.
The H-1B visa debate has now turned into a wider cultural and political clash. Supporters of Musk argue that skilled immigration is necessary for America to remain competitive in the tech industry. On the other hand, critics like Bannon see it as a betrayal of American workers and the values of Trump’s movement. For now, the feud continues to stir tensions within the conservative movement, with no clear resolution in sight.
