Vice President JD Vance criticized globalization strategies that depend on cheap labor, which he believes hinders innovation, during a speech focused on technology and artificial intelligence. He argued that the U.S. should decrease its dependence on inexpensive foreign labor and instead promote domestic manufacturing to drive innovation. Emphasizing the need for cooperation among government, businesses, and labor groups, Vance highlighted the importance of empowering workers as new job opportunities arise from advancements in artificial intelligence. He labeled cheap labor as a hindrance to progress, describing it as a "crutch," and put forth the idea of tax cuts and decreased regulations to boost domestic production.