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We’re not buying into foreign shipyards—we’re having them invest in U.S. shipbuilding. By bringing their operations stateside, we can crank out our ships quicker and create over half a million American jobs. It’s time to breathe new life into our nation’s industrial base.

We’re not buying into foreign shipyards—we’re having them invest in U.S. shipbuilding. By bringing their operations stateside, we can crank out our ships quicker and create over half a million American jobs. It’s time to breathe new life into our nation’s industrial base.

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As the President Donald J. Trump noted today, defense companies have taken advantage for far too long with contracts behind schedule and over budget. It’s time to hold industry accountable, share risk, and invest back into the ecosystem that sustains our national defense.

As the President Donald J. Trump noted today, defense companies have taken advantage for far too long with contracts behind schedule and over budget. It’s time to hold industry accountable, share risk, and invest back into the ecosystem that sustains our national defense.

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About to checkout the Marines newest Amphibious Combat Vehicle!

About to checkout the Marines newest Amphibious Combat Vehicle!

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.U.S. Naval Academy sings second! 17-16. The Commander-in-Chief’s trophy stays in Annapolis. See you at the The White House. Navy Football, you fought for it. You protected it. You proved exactly who you are. Bravo Zulu!! Challenge coins coming!!

.U.S. Naval Academy sings second! 17-16. The Commander-in-Chief’s trophy stays in Annapolis. See you at the The White House. Navy Football, you fought for it. You protected it. You proved exactly who you are. Bravo Zulu!! Challenge coins coming!!

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Unlike a few U.S. Marines predecessors with, shall we say, “NJPs,” Chesty XVI is a gentleman, except to 8th Street bushes. Elite soccer dribbler, world-class slobberer, champion cuddler and ready for his D.C. United debut if this mascot gig falls through.

Unlike a few U.S. Marines predecessors with, shall we say, “NJPs,” Chesty XVI is a gentleman, except to 8th Street bushes. Elite soccer dribbler, world-class slobberer, champion cuddler and ready for his D.C. United debut if this mascot gig falls through.

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Today I testified before the House Armed Services Committee on the Navy's priorities and challenges. I will always be honest about the problems we face and clear about the solutions we need. We remain the top naval power, but rivals are closing fast. We must adapt to stay ahead.

Today I testified before the House Armed Services Committee on the Navy's priorities and challenges. I will always be honest about the problems we face and clear about the solutions we need. We remain the top naval power, but rivals are closing fast. We must adapt to stay ahead.

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It was an honor to stand shoulder to shoulder with our nation’s Sailors and Marines this morning as we kicked off the market’s opening bell during #FleetWeekNYC. Nasdaq

It was an honor to stand shoulder to shoulder with our nation’s Sailors and Marines this morning as we kicked off the market’s opening bell during #FleetWeekNYC. Nasdaq

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Visited Navy Rugby this afternoon to share a couple of special messages from friends and legends Francois Pienaar and Siya Kolisi before they took on Lindenwood Rugby. Our @navalacademy Middies left it on the field, unfortunately came up short. Next time. #GoNavy

Visited Navy Rugby this afternoon to share a couple of special messages from friends and legends Francois Pienaar and Siya Kolisi before they took on Lindenwood Rugby. Our @navalacademy Middies left it on the field, unfortunately came up short. Next time. #GoNavy

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Building Ships Faster

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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

139,771 views • 4 days ago

Today's graduation in Annapolis was the proud convergence of two of my greatest honors: leading the Department of the Navy and being a father. To the parents and families: thank you for raising these remarkable young men and women, and for planting the seed of service. To my son—one of our Nation’s newest Second Lieutenants in the Marine Corps—and the entire U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2026: We could not be more proud. Semper Fi and Hooyah!

Today's graduation in Annapolis was the proud convergence of two of my greatest honors: leading the Department of the Navy and being a father. To the parents and families: thank you for raising these remarkable young men and women, and for planting the seed of service. To my son—one of our Nation’s newest Second Lieutenants in the Marine Corps—and the entire U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2026: We could not be more proud. Semper Fi and Hooyah!

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

425,480 views • 13 days ago

You may not see my scars, but they are there. I know trauma. I know pain. I also know that seeking help is a sign of strength. I did, and you can too. This Mental Health Awareness Month, I remain committed to breaking down barriers to care for our Sailors and Marines. You are always worth fighting for.

You may not see my scars, but they are there. I know trauma. I know pain. I also know that seeking help is a sign of strength. I did, and you can too. This Mental Health Awareness Month, I remain committed to breaking down barriers to care for our Sailors and Marines. You are always worth fighting for.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

611,263 views • 22 days ago

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao: Message to the Force

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao: Message to the Force

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

1,074,639 views • 1 month ago

Shipbuilding Plan Delivered. Let's get to work!

Shipbuilding Plan Delivered. Let's get to work!

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

340,368 views • 25 days ago

We all have a list. Say their names. Their memories will never fade.

We all have a list. Say their names. Their memories will never fade.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

139,599 views • 11 days ago

We are a maritime nation, bordering on both the Atlantic and the Pacific. Our commerce depends on safe and secure sea lanes of communication. President Trump’s commission to our military is simple: to achieve Peace Through Strength. The USS Idaho joins the fleet ready to answer the call to action, in any ocean, at any time.

We are a maritime nation, bordering on both the Atlantic and the Pacific. Our commerce depends on safe and secure sea lanes of communication. President Trump’s commission to our military is simple: to achieve Peace Through Strength. The USS Idaho joins the fleet ready to answer the call to action, in any ocean, at any time.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

496,073 views • 1 month ago

I work for you— Not above. Not below. Beside you. Take care of U.S. Marines Marines and U.S. Navy Sailors. Build ships. Defend the nation. That’s my promise.

I work for you— Not above. Not below. Beside you. Take care of U.S. Marines Marines and U.S. Navy Sailors. Build ships. Defend the nation. That’s my promise.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

224,695 views • 1 month ago

Protecting our homeland is an absolute necessity. It is the very reason the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines exist. But defending our nation comes with a profound cost. We will be judged not just on how we defend our country, but on how we care for those who answer the call. This is our responsibility.

Protecting our homeland is an absolute necessity. It is the very reason the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines exist. But defending our nation comes with a profound cost. We will be judged not just on how we defend our country, but on how we care for those who answer the call. This is our responsibility.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

100,838 views • 23 days ago

I am proud to announce that we have met our Fiscal Year 2025 recruiting goal three months ahead of schedule. A total of 40,600 future Sailors have stepped up to serve in our U.S. Navy. This achievement reflects the courage of those who choose a life of honor and commitment in defense of our nation. Thank you to President Donald J. Trump and @SecDef for your leadership. Your support has been instrumental in strengthening our U.S. Navy and ensuring its readiness for the challenges ahead.

I am proud to announce that we have met our Fiscal Year 2025 recruiting goal three months ahead of schedule. A total of 40,600 future Sailors have stepped up to serve in our U.S. Navy. This achievement reflects the courage of those who choose a life of honor and commitment in defense of our nation. Thank you to President Donald J. Trump and @SecDef for your leadership. Your support has been instrumental in strengthening our U.S. Navy and ensuring its readiness for the challenges ahead.

Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan

1,076,811 views • 11 months ago

Steel. Strength. Power. Forged by American hands and brought to life by her crew, the USS Cleveland (LCS 31) is more than a warship — she is a statement. Unmatched craftsmanship. Unmatched resolve. With a nation behind them, our Sailors and Marines remain ready—to fight and win.

Steel. Strength. Power. Forged by American hands and brought to life by her crew, the USS Cleveland (LCS 31) is more than a warship — she is a statement. Unmatched craftsmanship. Unmatched resolve. With a nation behind them, our Sailors and Marines remain ready—to fight and win.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

61,384 views • 19 days ago

It doesn't matter if you're a man, woman, black, or white—the sea is unforgiving. War and hardship do not discriminate, and they will test us all the same.

It doesn't matter if you're a man, woman, black, or white—the sea is unforgiving. War and hardship do not discriminate, and they will test us all the same.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

59,603 views • 22 days ago

My time spent aboard USS Bainbridge this past week reinforced why the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer continues to be the workhorse of our Fleet. Today, we funded two more DDG 51 Flight III class ships. From the Great White Fleet to the Golden Fleet, our Navy has maintained maritime dominance. With today's action, our shipbuilders will soon be at work delivering more of these lethal warfighting platforms. Let's go!

My time spent aboard USS Bainbridge this past week reinforced why the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer continues to be the workhorse of our Fleet. Today, we funded two more DDG 51 Flight III class ships. From the Great White Fleet to the Golden Fleet, our Navy has maintained maritime dominance. With today's action, our shipbuilders will soon be at work delivering more of these lethal warfighting platforms. Let's go!

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

68,067 views • 1 month ago

The time is now. To our industry partners—what you develop right now will save lives, America’s sons and daughters. Thank you for answering the call. Let’s move forward together to ensure our U.S. Marines-U.S. Navy team has what it needs to fight and win today and tomorrow.

The time is now. To our industry partners—what you develop right now will save lives, America’s sons and daughters. Thank you for answering the call. Let’s move forward together to ensure our U.S. Marines-U.S. Navy team has what it needs to fight and win today and tomorrow.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

80,766 views • 1 month ago

The modern battlefield demands a fundamental shift in how we build and deploy our forces. To maintain maritime dominance, the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines are aggressively pursuing a hi-lo mix of capabilities. Drones and autonomous systems are critical force multipliers—lethal, adaptive and built for speed and scale.

The modern battlefield demands a fundamental shift in how we build and deploy our forces. To maintain maritime dominance, the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines are aggressively pursuing a hi-lo mix of capabilities. Drones and autonomous systems are critical force multipliers—lethal, adaptive and built for speed and scale.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

52,205 views • 1 month ago

Established on April 30, 1798, the Department of the Navy was built on a legacy of warfighting excellence. Across air, land, sea, and cyber, our U.S. Navy Sailors and U.S. Marines Marines continue to deliver decisive advantage. Like the patriots before us, we stand ready to defend the homeland—fight and win wherever our nation calls.

Established on April 30, 1798, the Department of the Navy was built on a legacy of warfighting excellence. Across air, land, sea, and cyber, our U.S. Navy Sailors and U.S. Marines Marines continue to deliver decisive advantage. Like the patriots before us, we stand ready to defend the homeland—fight and win wherever our nation calls.

Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao

52,963 views • 1 month ago

As you heard from me today at the Senate Armed Services Committee, I’ll always be transparent and I will not be afraid to make the difficult choice. We need more ships, a stronger industrial base, a warfighter culture, and real investment in our people. If it doesn’t add to our readiness, we will not fund it.

As you heard from me today at the Senate Armed Services Committee, I’ll always be transparent and I will not be afraid to make the difficult choice. We need more ships, a stronger industrial base, a warfighter culture, and real investment in our people. If it doesn’t add to our readiness, we will not fund it.

Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan

228,716 views • 1 year ago

Hey, Secretary of the Army enjoy.

Hey, Secretary of the Army enjoy.

Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan

107,765 views • 5 months ago

After pulling 6 Gs in the backseat of an F/A-18 with an elite Top Gun instructor pilot, I have a newfound perspective: you realize there’s NOWHERE left for our enemies to hide. Our Naval aviators hunt and eliminate enemy threats, with every sortie, a lethal promise kept. LT, great flight, heck of a ride. 250 years of our U.S. Navy & U.S. Marines

After pulling 6 Gs in the backseat of an F/A-18 with an elite Top Gun instructor pilot, I have a newfound perspective: you realize there’s NOWHERE left for our enemies to hide. Our Naval aviators hunt and eliminate enemy threats, with every sortie, a lethal promise kept. LT, great flight, heck of a ride. 250 years of our U.S. Navy & U.S. Marines

Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan

133,222 views • 7 months ago

WHEELS DOWN: Just landed at Hickam Air Force Base in Honolulu, Hawaii. Thank you for the warm welcome, U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Adm. Koehler.

WHEELS DOWN: Just landed at Hickam Air Force Base in Honolulu, Hawaii. Thank you for the warm welcome, U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Adm. Koehler.

Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan

182,001 views • 1 year ago