U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) appeared on the “Innovate or Evaporate” podcast, hosted by Elevate Ventures CEO Toph Day, to discuss how the United States can maintain its competitive edge against economic rivals such as China.
During the conversation, Young emphasized the need to secure American supply chains and revive domestic shipbuilding. He also spoke about the CHIPS and Science Act and highlighted Indiana’s contributions in advancing drone technology. Young pointed to potential growth opportunities for Indiana.
Young said, “We need to build American ships again.” He also addressed issues affecting communities, including affordable housing and support for veterans, according to his official website.
On policy matters, Young has focused on conservative approaches in national security, economic growth, housing affordability, veterans’ affairs, and artificial intelligence (source). He has served on several Senate committees such as Finance; Commerce, Science and Transportation; Small Business and Entrepreneurship; and Intelligence (source).
The senator’s background includes degrees from institutions like the U.S. Naval Academy, University of Chicago, University of London and Indiana University (source). His service to Indiana is supported by offices in multiple locations across the state (source).
Young has played a role in championing legislation such as the CHIPS and Science Act aimed at strengthening U.S. semiconductor manufacturing (source).
The full episode of the podcast is available online.
