Daniel B. Maffei: “Why didn't the President, if he was going to keep 11 carriers, include that in the budget that he submitted?”

Sexual assault and harassment have no place in society. Every mariner deserves to be respected and deserves to feel safe out at sea.

I am disappointed that the President's budget includes a 35 percent cut in funding for the Port Infrastructure Development Program.

It is important that the FMC is sufficiently funded so that it can properly carry out these reforms, which will greatly benefit American businesses and the American consumer.

A strong and engaged Federal Maritime Commission is vital for ensuring some stability for American businesses and consumers in a world filled with uncertainty.