Angus King: “We had really good witnesses. We had veterans, we had officials from the VA, and it was very illuminating and…”

The Coast Guard is one of Maine's most important federal partners, protecting our maritime economy, conducting lifesaving search and rescue missions, and safeguarding our national security.

We write regarding the deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln and mounting evidence that conditions aboard the carrier have deteriorated to the point that the safety and wellbeing of its crew could be compromised.

Unless and until there is a change of policy and leadership, today's news simply means that there is more expensively-equipped lawlessness on our streets rather than responsible, legitimate law enforcement.

We, therefore, ask you to withdraw OPM and MSPB's proposed rule.