US Economic Security and the Race for Emerging Technologies: Reaganism with Jon Hillman

On this episode of Reaganism, Roger Zakheim welcomes Jon Hillman, a senior fellow for Geoeconomics at the Council on Foreign Relations, to discuss their latest Task Force Report on US Economic Security. The conversation delves into the strategic importance of emerging technologies such as AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology, highlighting their potential to generate up to $29 trillion in economic value by 2040. Hillman emphasizes the need for targeted government intervention to address market failures and ensure national security, while also exploring the role of US allies in strengthening supply chains. The conversation offers a comprehensive look at the intersection of technology, policy, and global competition and explores the challenges and opportunities facing the United States in the race for tomorrow's technologies.