Senators cite national security concerns and potential conflicts of interest tied to the transfer of advanced AI chips to the United Arab Emirates.

On February 5, 2026, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), joined by Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Chris Kim (D-Haw.), and Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), introduced Senate Resolution 598, condemning and calling for the reversal of President Donald Trump’s decision to allow the export of advanced AI chips to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The resolution states that the Senate “condemns President Donald Trump’s decision to allow the sale of advanced artificial intelligence chips to the United Arab Emirates” and “calls for the reversal of that decision.” It was referred to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

The resolution text expresses concerns about national security risks associated with the UAE receiving advanced AI chips, citing longstanding concerns about the country’s ties with the People’s Republic of China. The resolution also references a transaction in which representatives of Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan reportedly signed a deal to purchase nearly a majority stake in a Trump family-affiliated company shortly before Mr. Trump’s 2025 inauguration.

The resolution states that, after the reported deal was signed, UAE officials met repeatedly with President Trump and other administration officials to advocate for access to advanced AI chips, and that the UAE’s potential diversion of these chips to China could jeopardize U.S. national security.

Senate resolutions do not have the force of law; they express the Senate’s sense on a matter but do not create binding requirements. As introduced, S.Res. 598 remains with the committee and has not been voted on.

In submitting the resolution, Senator Warren stated the measure “condemns this decision and urges its reversal to protect our national security.”