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SecNav Nominee Supports Larger Navy Plan, Unmanned Systems Only When Ready

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SecNav Nominee Supports Larger Navy Plan, Unmanned Systems Only When Ready
Carlos Del Toro, the 78th Secretary of the Navy, was sworn in on August 9. (Photo: Stimson Center)

President Joe Biden’s nominee to be secretary of the Navy on Tuesday said  he supports the goal of a 355-ship Navy and promised to only advance unmanned systems technologies when they are ready for use. Speaking before the Senate Armed Services Committee at a confirmation hearing, Carlos Del Toro told Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) that he agrees a 355-ship Navy and additional resources to deter China and other potential adversaries are necessary. “This is an incredibly important issue and I…

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