06/06/2021
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"I know it is a very tough time for the Navy family, and please let them know we are thinking about them and praying for them."
"Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Gentlemen, thank you so much for joining us today."
"Navy witnesses have testified in recent years that they are turning the corner on reversing the negative trends in surface fleet readiness/maintenance, but needed more time to achieve the results."
"I fear this will put you gentlemen in a damage control situation to maintain the fleet, leading to grave concerns for the readiness of the surface force."