But in the high-stakes theatre of global semiconductor supremacy, no transaction is too small to escape the notice of the White House. It is a strategy that seeks to protect American innovation while ensuring the US Treasury profits from the global demand for silicon. Trump specified that 25% of the deal value must be paid directly to the United States. “I reserve my right to issue additional orders… as I deem necessary to protect the national security of the United States,” Trump stated. It is a reminder that in the new era of the chip wars, the White House is not just watching the gates—it is also checking the receipts.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 03, 2026 15:31 UTC