5G’s time has finally arrived, as it is becoming one of the most valuable tools in promoting American innovation and competitiveness in emerging technology. However, despite the growing importance of high-speed connectivity, the United States—which paced the world in developing so many other transformative technologies—is falling behind in the race to 5G. The New Center policy analyst Olive Morris checks in with Doug Smith, the CEO of Ligado Networks, to explore the potential benefits of and barriers to efficient 5G rollout in America.