A letter obtained by Breaking Defense states the “current phase” of a Navy study will wrap up this year.
By Justin KatzThe treaty faces steep odds for formal ratification, but some lawmakers are latching onto the military’s focus on the Indo-Pacific as a pretext.
By Justin Katz“We need to make sure that we have a very … robust investment in our shipyards. I don’t know if we can get that full amount,” Luria said of a proposed shipyard supplemental.
By Justin KatzRep. Elaine Luria and analysts say the US Navy must a play the long game when it comes to confronting China’s territorial claims in the South China Sea.
By Justin Katz“The Navy’s going to have a huge problem,” Mark Cancian, a fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said of the service’s likely budget squeeze.
By Justin KatzWhen Modly called the fired captain “stupid,” one sailor yelled “what the f*ck?” At another point, another sailor yelled, “he was trying to help us!” When Modly said Crozier’s letter left some sailors demoralized, another shouted “no, they weren’t!”
By Paul McLearyNavy Secretary Richard Spencer continues to lay into aircraft carrier builder Huntington Ingalls, as his acquisition chief tries to smooth things over on Capitol Hill.
By Paul McLearyRichard Spencer was taking no prisoners in remarks today, accusing Congress of failing to fund his plans and spreading “disinformation” about shipbuilding programs.
By Paul McLearyDemocrats challenged President Trump over his freeze on US military exercises with South Korea, while Trump lashed out on social media against intelligence officials who questioned his achievements.
By Colin Clark