Steve Bannon and Gavin Wax, prominent voices in the populist-nationalist movement, are doubling down on their call to end what they see as systemic exploitation in the H-1B visa program. In a fiery discussion, they laid out how this issue fits into their broader agenda of putting American citizens first.
Here is a short clip of their Friday WarRoom conversation:
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— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) December 27, 2024
The Heart of the Movement: Serving American Citizens First
Gavin Wax didn’t hold back when he told Bannon, "We’re talking about the heart of the MAGA movement, the very core of President Trump’s mandate—migration, both illegal and legal.” He described the H-1B visa system as a “scheme” designed by big tech companies to exploit foreign workers while sidelining American citizens.
Bannon echoed this sentiment, stressing that the populist-nationalist movement is fundamentally about prioritizing the needs of Americans. “This is about taking American jobs and bringing over what are essentially indentured servants at lower wages,” Bannon declared.
The H-1B Visa Debate: A Scam Against American Workers?
Bannon and Wax painted a vivid picture of what they view as the dark side of the H-1B visa system. Wax argued, "They’re not bringing over the best and the brightest. They’re bringing over entry-level and mid-level workers to fill jobs at pennies on the dollar.”
According to Bannon, this undercuts American workers and creates a class of “modern indentured servants” beholden to their employers. He emphasized that these practices harm the economy and erode the rights of both American and foreign workers.
Cultural Clash: Jock Culture vs. Valedictorian Culture
Bannon and his guests on Friday’s show also explored a deeper cultural issue. They contrasted what Bannon called "jack culture”—a can-do attitude that built the United States—with a “valedictorian culture” that prioritizes elite credentials over practical skills and American ingenuity.
"This country became great because of jock culture, not because of valedictorians,” Bannon argued, pointing to the resilience and resourcefulness of everyday Americans.
See more of our coverage of “Jock Culture” from Friday’s show:
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— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) December 27, 2024
Trump’s Efforts: Progress Stalled by Bureaucracy
Bannon shared insights into Trump’s 2017 executive order aimed at reforming the H-1B system. He noted that the order proposed prioritizing visas for higher-paid positions to ensure only top talent was brought into the country.
Despite these efforts, Bannon criticized what he described as sabotage by the administrative state. “The deep state and tech oligarchs stalled these reforms, and Biden reversed them altogether,” he said.
A Call for Meritocracy, Not Imperialism
Both Wax and Bannon support limited, merit-based immigration in rare cases—like bringing in a modern Einstein. However, Bannon argued that America’s focus should be on developing its own talent rather than relying on foreign workers.
"This isn’t about stealing the best and brightest from other nations. That’s imperialism,” Bannon said. Instead, he emphasized helping other countries build their own capacities while fostering American talent at home.
Broader Implications: A Fight for the Future
For Bannon and Wax, this isn’t just about immigration policy. It’s about a larger struggle against elites who prioritize profit over the well-being of the American people.
"They don’t want to pay American wages for American jobs. They want to pay Indian wages for Indian workers in American jobs,” Wax said, highlighting the divide between the elites and working-class citizens.
Final Thoughts: A System in Need of Overhaul
Bannon concluded with a stark warning: "This entire system, from top to bottom, is a scam.” He called for a complete overhaul, stressing that the government’s primary duty is to serve its citizens.
In this passionate discussion, Bannon and Wax made it clear that their fight against the H-1B visa system is part of a larger America First movement. It’s about restoring the government’s focus on the American citizen, protecting jobs, and fostering a culture of self-reliance and innovation.
This battle, they argue, is one of the defining issues of the populist-nationalist revolution.
For more of what was said between Wax and Baoon on Friday’s WarRoom watch this segment:
