Chips, National Security, and America First

This chapter explores a proposed amendment to the NDAA that prioritizes domestic production of semiconductor chips over exports to adversarial nations, particularly China. It emphasizes the urgent need for the U.S. to maintain control over critical technologies to safeguard national security and economic stability. The conversation delves into the historical context of U.S.-China relations, the implications of corporate decisions on American interests, and the necessity for a firm separation from China in the tech sector.