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So they effectively declare an open war against China, Russia and Iran. While also recognizing Taiwan sovereignty.

This is not going to raise any hell whatsoever for sure (sarcasm).

WTF is going through their heads?

This isn't a declaration of war in any sense. It's a security measure (aside from the random earmarks like the coconut water duty being lifted).

Semiconductor integrity and independence is vital to US national security in the digital age. It's the sensible move, and a move that China and anyone else paying attention has seen coming.

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