Locker Stuffing Remark: Ramaswamy's Take on U. S. Workers Sparks Right-Wing Uproar

Billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy, once a presidential hopeful and now co-head of the "Department of Government Efficiency, " has stirred up a storm in the far-right camp. His comments on American workers, tucked in a post on X, have triggered a wave of anger among MAGA supporters. Ramaswamy's post was a response to a debate sparked by Tesla CEO Elon Musk's call for more skilled immigrant workers. Ramaswamy didn't mince words, criticizing American culture for celebrating mediocrity over excellence. He pointed out that top tech companies often hire foreign-born and first-generation engineers because of cultural differences, not because Americans are less intelligent. He used examples from 90s sitcoms to illustrate his point, mentioning shows like "Boy Meets World" and "Saved by the Bell. " Ramaswamy supported Musk's stance that skilled immigrant workers can't simply be banned. Instead, he argued that America needs a cultural shift to produce better engineers. His words didn't sit well with everyone. Some, like CNN panelist Scott Jennings, ridiculed the remark, while others like conservative pundit John Cardillo were outraged. Cardillo called Ramaswamy's words offensive, stating that America and Americans are not mediocre. Former presidential hopeful Nikki Haley also weighed in, disagreeing with Ramaswamy. She emphasized that there's nothing wrong with American workers or culture, and that investment should be prioritized in Americans, not foreign workers. Ramaswamy wasn't alone in facing backlash; Musk's suggestion of a shortage of skilled, American-born tech workers also sparked controversy.