Indy Standard

On Saturday, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) addressed the Reagan National Defense Forum in Washington. This annual event gathers key figures in national security to discuss pressing issues.

Senator Young took part in a panel discussion centered on modernizing the nation's defense capabilities. He emphasized the importance of out-innovating and outcompeting the Chinese Communist Party in biotechnology and artificial intelligence. According to Young, these advancements are crucial for maintaining America's technological edge and ensuring the safety of American families. He also provided a preview of upcoming findings and recommendations from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology, where he serves as Chair.

The panel included General David W. Allvin, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force; Joe Lonsdale, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at 8VC; Heidi Shyu, U.S. Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering; and Toni Townes-Whitley, CEO of SAIC. Sharon Weinberger, National Security Editor at the Wall Street Journal, moderated the discussion.

For those interested in viewing the full panel discussion or seeking more information about the event, resources are available online.