Rob Wittman actually said...

In this scenario, with these deferred maintenance elements and with sailors being at sea longer... does that result in increased risk for ou...

Yes, sir. I would say that is a correct characterization.

If we can't do that, does that result in increased risk for our sailors?

This delicate balance is fragile, and without the needed maintenance and reset of the force, the Navy will be severely challenged to meet it...