Service investigates shipyard issues in aircraft carrier and submarine welding. U.S. Navy officials reported that faulty welds were discovered on three vessels, including the aircraft carrier USS George…
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U.S. Navy Commissions Latest Virginia-Class Submarine
Governor Phil Murphy and Navy officials lead the commissioning ceremony for USS New Jersey, a fast-attack submarine. Recently, the Navy commissioned the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine, USS New Jersey…
Read MoreSpecial Counsel Finds Navy Secretary in Violation of Hatch Act
Secretary Del Toro’s remarks in support of President Biden breached federal law. The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) confirmed that Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro violated the…
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Navy Revamps Fitness Policy, Gives Commanders More Discretion
Sailors may be given additional time to meet fitness targets, depending on their progress. The Navy has updated its policy barring sailors from advancing or reenlisting after failing…
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U.S. Naval Community College Offers Health Science Degree
College president says, “Medical roles are the backbone of the fleet.” The U.S. Naval Community College (USNCC) has launched a health science program for sailors who seek a…
Read MoreNavy Secretary Questions Delays in Weapons Manufacturing
Says routine mismanagement takes advantage of taxpayer money. U.S. Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro spoke during a presentation at a San Diego naval conference this month about extensive…
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Workforce Shortages Delay U.S. Navy’s New Frigate
The branch is analyzing and strategizing with the contracted manufacturer of the first Constellation-class vessel. The U.S. Navy’s new Constellation-class frigate will be delayed at least a year…
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Navy Boosts Recruiter Incentives After Falling Short in 2023
Both Special Duty Assignment Pay and Assignment Incentive Pay are offered for recruiting positions. The U.S. Navy is offering extra incentive pay to recruiters after the service fell…
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Navy Offers Lucrative Bonuses to Retain EOD Officers
Annual financial incentives increased under the new system. The U.S. Navy recently introduced a new incentive policy for explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) officers, offering significant bonuses to extended…
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U.S. Navy Using Drones to Monitor Iranian Military
Service is utilizing robotic platforms in hybrid fleet. The U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet is utilizing a diverse range of unmanned systems on the ground, underwater, and in the…
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