Story perspectives

Senator Slotkin Unveils Bold National Security Vision

9/9/2025

50 4

Summary

Story summary

On September 5, 2025, Senator Elissa Slotkin outlined her national security vision at the Council on Foreign Relations.
She identified the shrinking middle class as a major internal threat, advocating for a new security framework.
Slotkin proposed an "economic war plan" to defend the U.S. dollar and secure supply chains.
She compared the tech competition with China to the Cold War, urging a modern "Manhattan Project" for AI.
Slotkin called for a "cyber national guard" to address constituents' concerns about cyber threats and foreign policy.

1 of 1

Story summary

On September 5, 2025, Senator Elissa Slotkin outlined her national security vision at the Council on Foreign Relations.
She identified the shrinking middle class as a major internal threat, advocating for a new security framework.
Slotkin proposed an "economic war plan" to defend the U.S. dollar and secure supply chains.
She compared the tech competition with China to the Cold War, urging a modern "Manhattan Project" for AI.
Slotkin called for a "cyber national guard" to address constituents' concerns about cyber threats and foreign policy.