President Donald Trump tweeted his support today for the US to be the leader in 5G, “and even 6G.”

“I want 5G, and even 6G, technology in the United States as soon as possible,” tweeted the President. “It is far more powerful, faster, and smarter than the current standard. American companies must step up their efforts, or get left behind. There is no reason that we should be lagging behind on something that is so obviously the future.”

Trump added: “I want the United States to win through competition, not by blocking out currently more advanced technologies. We must always be the leader in everything we do, especially when it comes to the very exciting world of technology!”

Trump’s comments follow an alarming report released earlier this month by Senator Marco Rubio titled, “Made in China 2025 and the Future of American Industry.”

The report by the Senate Small Business Committee is a response to China’s “Made in China 2025” strategic plan. In that plan, the Chinese lay out their strategy for becoming the world technology leader.

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