On the recordMay 17, 2011
Secretary Stackley, the first LCS has experienced hull cracking. Please discuss the Navy's actions to address this problem, and whether it has any implications for follow-on ships in the program.
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Wicker inquires about hull cracking issues in the LCS program.
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