Chris questions the national security concerns raised over Nippon Steel’s bid to purchase US Steel, arguing the reasoning lacks clarity. He highlights that Nippon Steel, a Japanese-based private company, offers a higher bid and promises to revitalize U.S. plants, unlike Cleveland Cliffs, the domestic competitor. Markowski critiques the lack of transparency in the decision-making process and challenges the narrative about threats to supply chains and infrastructure. He calls for deeper scrutiny and critical thinking on policies affecting competition and economic growth. www.watchdogonwallstreet.com