Is it not also true that this conflict has catalyzed the U.S. Defense Industrial Base, enabling it to set up production lines necessary to support the United States and other partners, for example, Taiwan, down the road if necessary?
Menendez points out the benefits of the conflict for U.S. defense production capabilities.
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It is undeniable that it has reestablished the United States' position as a reliable global partner.
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