J.D. Simkins
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J.D. Simkins is the executive editor of Military Times and Defense News, and a Marine Corps veteran of the Iraq War.
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Trump signs shipbuilding order as Navy leaders call for 381-ship fleet
The new policy aims to revitalize a U.S. shipbuilding industry that has fallen well behind production levels of its rivals from Beijing.
Roosevelt sailors begin moving out of quarantine, back on board aircraft carrier
Incoming sailors will take buses — which are cleaned “before, between, and after each transit” — from quarantine locations to the TR.
US Coast Guard Academy hosting virtual graduation for largest class in 144-year history
The virtual graduation will mark the commissioning of the largest graduating class in the academy’s entire 144-year history.
Space Force general trolls Iranian military satellite launch — ‘space is hard’
In space, no one can hear Raymond’s enemies scream.
Aircraft carrier Nimitz heads to sea as COVID-19 concerns loom
“Our nation looks to us to be ready to return to sea, to execute our mission, and to support our national security objectives. We are humbled and honored to do so.”
Pentagon releases videos of encounters between UFOs and Navy pilots
“Look at that thing, dude!” one pilot says in the video. “It’s rotating!”
Navy cancels E-4 advancement exams for active-duty and FTS sailors
Approximately 20,000 sailors currently holding the rank of E-3 were scheduled to take the exam.
20 percent of Theodore Roosevelt crew test positive for COVID-19
Just one sailor assigned to the aircraft carrier is currently receiving treatment at U.S. Naval Hospital Guam.
Destroyer Kidd nears 50 coronavirus cases as more than half the crew awaits testing
Approximately 55 percent of the destroyer Kidd’s crew is awaiting testing.
Navy’s top brass reportedly want fired Theodore Roosevelt CO restored to command
Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper has requested more time to review recommendations
