Elaine Luria

We are leaving a gap in countering our current growing threats today with China and Russia.

I see this to be a theme with all the services in this budget.

Is there anything this committee can do to help accelerate the delivery of the B-21?

I think it is. You know, if you look at the definition of sedition, as defined in the Uniform Code of Military Justice, it's an in person with an intent to cause or overthrow or destruction of lawful civil authority.

I truly believe that action should be taken against General Flynn.

It's unconscionable this language is dangerous. This is just the propagation of further lies in my mind that's inciting violence.

The commercial value cannot be separated from military in sea strategy, for the greatest interest of the sea is commerce.

Many people use the term 'legacy platforms' to describe anything that they want to get rid of.

Investment is needed today and not 20 years from now.

The size of the fleet that we determine we need can also not be correct.

Misplaced faith in new technologies that aren't fully developed.

The Navy has a credibility problem when you come to us.

The Navy hasn't accurately estimated the maintenance requirements.

One thing I have heard every time that I visited with them is that they are very interested in transitioning to be under Title V.

I feel that we desperately need a national defense strategy that acknowledges and prioritizes the maritime nature of the current strategic environment.

Last month I wrote a letter to President Biden detailing the need for a sense of urgency in countering the real and proximate threat that exists from China today in the Western Pacific.

I think that whatever we do over the next 4 years will ensure either the U.S. maintains maritime superiority in the Western Pacific or we cede that to China.

Iranian mining capability is obviously a vulnerability for U.S. and allied military forces within the region.

By making these much-needed investments in our infrastructure, we can set our communities up for sustainable economic success in the future.

Bus transit should be a priority in upcoming surface transportation bills because it is an affordable way to expand public transit.

We must make investments in durable infrastructure to protect both our local economy and our national security and military readiness.

Our Nation's infrastructure has been neglected for far too long.

I will pass on further questions and really appreciate the witnesses' time today.

My district includes Naval Station Norfolk, a large part of Hampton Roads.

I feel like there isn't a clear strategy, a clear maritime strategy.