October 28, 2024 - Recent allegations have surfaced suggesting that Elon Musk may have worked illegally in the United States during the 1990s, while he was building his first startup, Zip2. According to a report by The Washington Post, Musk allegedly lacked the necessary work authorization during his early years in the U.S. on a student visa. However, Musk has vehemently denied these claims, asserting that he adhered to all visa requirements during his time in the country.
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| Elon Musk Addresses Allegations of Working Without Visa in the 1990s |
Musk explained that he initially entered the U.S. on a J-1 visa, which allowed him to work within academic guidelines. He later transitioned to an H-1B visa, which permits temporary professional employment in specialized fields. Addressing the controversy, Musk took to his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), to clarify his immigration status and dismiss the accusations as baseless.
"I have always complied with U.S. visa requirements," Musk stated. "These allegations are completely unfounded and misleading."
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| Washington Post: Elon Musk briefly worked illegally in US in 1990s |
The controversy has drawn significant attention from political figures, including President Joe Biden, who criticized Musk's stance on immigration policies. Biden highlighted the need for comprehensive immigration reform to address such issues.
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| Elon Musk Addresses Allegations of Working Without Visa in the 1990s |