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On the recordApril 1, 2014
Because of sequestration as well as a lack of budget discipline, the Navy is having to resort to a gimmick under which it is laying up ships in a 'reduced operating status' for up to 10 years.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain criticizes budget cuts forcing the Navy to reduce operational readiness.

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