As the U.S. ramps up infrastructure investment, imported cement raises national security concerns
As the U.S. ramps up infrastructure investment, imported cement raises national security concerns  
Podcast: The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Published On: Fri Jul 17 2026
Description: Supply-chain discussions usually focus on advanced technologies. Retired Brigadier General John Teichert says policymakers should pay more attention to a far more basic input: cement. He argues that growing reliance on imports could create risks for military and critical infrastructure projects. He spoke with Federal News Network's Eric White.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.