Trump Administration's Navy Strategy Criticized for Favoring China
DEFENSE
Experts criticize the Trump administration's naval strategy, particularly the decommissioning of the USS Nimitz, arguing it could weaken U.S. naval dominance and inadvertently benefit China. Former Navy aviator Paul Giarra highlighted the decision's lack of strategic coherence and readiness, while retired Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery expressed skepticism about the newly announced 'Trump class' battleships, suggesting they fail to address the challenges posed by China's naval expansion.

Jan 15, 2026, 5:56 PM