These visas are intended to expand our economy, create jobs and ensure that the US remains a technological and economic superpower. Country of birth has no bear

These visas are intended to expand our economy, create jobs and ensure that the US remains a technological and economic superpower. Country of birth has no bearing on an immigrant's ability to contribute to these goals. If it makes sense to allow immigration of highly qualified workers then it makes sense to allow them to immigrate regardless of country of birth.