WASHINGTON — Yesterday, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) discussed the urgent need to rebuild American naval power and strengthen Marine Corps readiness during a House Armed Services Committee hearing on the Department of the Navy’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Request. Under President Trump’s leadership, the United States is taking decisive steps to restore maritime dominance and confront growing global threats.

“As the PRC continues to modernize its fleet at a historic pace, the need for a ready and capable American naval force has never been greater,” said Rep. Jackson. “This budget represents a defining moment to reassert the United States as the world’s greatest maritime power, rebuild our industrial base, and deliver a larger, more capable fleet to our Sailors and Marines.”

Testifying before the committee were Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao, Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Daryl Caudle, and Commandant of the Marine Corps General Eric M. Smith. 

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