Missouri Senator Eric Schmidt recently raised concerns about the readiness of the U.S. Navy, highlighting the disparity between the shrinking U.S. Navy and the growing Chinese Navy. Senator Schmidt pointed out that the Navy is retiring more ships than it is building, while China continues to expand its naval capabilities.
One of the key issues Senator Schmidt addressed was the Navy's focus on developing a 'green fleet' and combating climate change. He criticized the Navy's emphasis on climate change as the biggest threat, arguing that nuclear holocaust or the rise of communist China posed more significant risks to national security.
Senator Schmidt highlighted the alarming fact that China now boasts a larger Navy than the United States, with 12 naval shipyards compared to the U.S.'s four. He emphasized that each of China's shipyards has greater capacity than all four U.S. shipyards combined, underscoring the need for the U.S. to take the growing Chinese naval threat seriously.
The senator stressed the importance of addressing these challenges to ensure that the U.S. remains competitive in the 21st century. He commended efforts to advocate for the needs of warfighters and urged a more strategic approach to countering potential threats from adversaries like China.
Senator Schmidt's remarks have sparked a broader conversation about the state of the U.S. Navy and the need for a comprehensive strategy to maintain military readiness and deter potential adversaries. As the U.S. faces evolving security challenges, the senator's call to action underscores the importance of prioritizing national defense and strategic planning in an increasingly complex global landscape.
