Overview
- Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo discusses the pivotal role of technology in modern national security, stressing the importance of semiconductors, AI, and drones.
- The U.S. has halted semiconductor sales to Russia and tightly regulated exports to China, aiming to cripple their military capabilities.
- Raimondo's efforts have led to significant challenges for Russia and China, forcing them to find alternative sources for these critical components.
- Under her leadership, the Commerce Department has become a key player in national security and technology policy, with substantial investments in domestic chip production.
- Raimondo's policies are shaping the future of U.S. manufacturing and job creation, with a focus on reducing dependency on foreign semiconductor production.