Richard Blumenthal actually said...

I wonder whether there have been changes in the systems providing for greater oversight and scrutiny.

I think the reason for my questioning is basing more of these ships in the United States means more jobs in the United States.

Is there a way that more of those ships can be based in the United States rather than based abroad?

It projects a nuclear deterrent that potentially could be aimed at this country protecting interests beyond just its immediate area.