Dan Kim, Chief Economist and Director of Strategic Planning at the CHIPS Program Office, dives into the U.S. semiconductor industry's current landscape. He elucidates the pivotal role of the CHIPS Act for innovation and public-private partnerships in bolstering manufacturing. The talk reveals the challenges in maintaining technology leadership, the importance of attracting private capital, and the need for a skilled workforce. Kim also hints at the potential for further legislation to enhance growth, highlighting the industry's critical importance for national security.