Facebook, Google, Amazon and others in the business world reacted with anger after President Trump suspended new work visas for foreigners through at least the end of the year.
■ Google’s chief executive, Sundar Pichai, was “disappointed” by the decision. “Immigration has contributed immensely to America’s economic success, making it a global leader in tech, and also Google the company it is today,” he said in a tweet.
■ Facebook said, “Highly-skilled visa holders play a critical role in driving innovation — at Facebook and at organizations across the country — and that’s something we should encourage, not restrict.”
■ Amazon said that “preventing high skilled professionals from entering the country and contributing to America’s economic recovery puts American global competitiveness at risk.”
Context: The order signed by the president on Monday denies employment permits for foreign workers, like those in tech, finance and more. Mr. Trump said the visa programs “pose an unusual threat to the employment of American workers” as the coronavirus pandemic batters the economy.
Numbers: According to government data, the suspended visa categories accounted for about 600,000 workers in 2019.
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