Administration’s New Strategy Points to Larger, More Capable Naval Force

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Administration’s New Strategy Points to Larger, More Capable Naval Force
Defense Opinion
Friday, December 12th, 2025
 
Administration’s New Strategy Points to Larger, More Capable Naval Force
 
By Steven Wills, Ph.D., Defense Opinion Writer.

While not specifically saying so, President Trump’s new National Security Strategy (NSS) released on Dec.4 is in fact a clarion call for a larger and more capable Navy.

The document’s focus on protection of sea lines of communication, key choke points and an overall more robust U.S. presence in the Western Hemisphere together point to the need for increasing the size and capability of the Navy.

The Navy currently is composed of approximately 290 ships centered around 11 nuclear aircraft carriers. The responsibilities outlined in the NSS suggest a larger Navy of approximately 350 manned ships and 12 flattops.

https://www.defensedaily.com/commentary/administrations-new-strategy-points-to-larger-more-capable-naval-force/

[rangerrebew]

Just because the earth is 75% water doesn't mean a strong Navy is important!

[DefiantMassRINO]

Only if they can build ships that are affordable and remain mission ready.

If the US Navy built houses, they'd build the roof before they built the foundation, and they'd plaster the walls before the plumbing and electrical were installed.