On this day in 1988, USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) was christened. Since then, CVN 72 has made its mark in history, delivering innovation and safeguarding the U.S. fleet. An indispensable asset to our national defense, USS Abraham Lincoln continues to sail as a testament to

On this day, February 24, we celebrate the life and legacy of Fleet Admiral Chester William Nimitz, born in 1885. USS Nimitz (CVN 68), named in his honor, stands as a proud testament to his dedication and influence in shaping modern naval strategy. Indispensable carriers like USS

Looking forward to seeing many of you at #ACIBCActionDays tomorrow! Get ready for an incredible lineup of speakers, including Rear Admirals Marc Miguez, Michael Donnelly, and Casey Moton, as well as Matt Evans, Deputy Project Manager of the Maritime Industrial Base. We’ll also

I spoke to the Aircraft Carrier Industrial Base Coalition this morning! Investing in our Navy fleet is critical to maintaining a strong military industrial base and to supporting jobs in shipbuilding hubs like #VA02. Peace through strength runs through our aircraft carriers!

Aircraft carriers are America’s tool of choice to project strength, deter conflict, and respond to crises. At this year’s Aircraft Carrier Industrial Base Coalition breakfast, I was proud to thank the men and women who build and sustain these ships—and to recognize their vital role in our national security and

It was an honor to speak at Aircraft Carrier Industrial Base Coalition’s congressional breakfast. Aircraft carriers remain the backbone of our Navy, and with 295+ VA companies in the coalition, I’m proud to support the men and women who strengthen our national defense.

A big thank you to Congressman John McGuire for speaking at yesterday's #ACIBCActionDays Congressional Breakfast. Rep. McGuire addressed attendees on Capitol Hill, setting the stage for our members as they advocated for the importance of the aircraft carrier industrial base. We

Thank you, Representative Rep. Rob Wittman for your continued support of the aircraft carrier industrial base. Rep. Wittman delivered powerful remarks at this year’s #ACIBCActionDays, highlighting the critical role our suppliers play in advocating for the future of America’s defense

It was a pleasure to have Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz address our suppliers at the #ACIBCActionDays Congressional Breakfast yesterday. We greatly appreciated her insightful remarks and support for the industrial base. Thank you, Rep. Wasserman Schultz!!

A big thank you to Rep. Joe Courtney for speaking at the #ACIBCActionDays Congressional Breakfast. Congressman Courtney has been a strong leader in strengthening our nation's defense. He has been a tireless champion of the aircraft carrier industrial base, our service members and

We were honored to have Congressman Chris Deluzio address our members at the #ACIBCActionDays Congressional Breakfast on Capitol Hill. Before serving Pennsylvania’s 17th district, Congressman Deluzio was commissioned as an active-duty surface warfare officer in the U.S. Navy with three

We were thrilled to have Congressman Ben Cline address our members at #ACIBCActionDays Congressional Breakfast yesterday. His inspiring remarks provided the perfect motivation as our members prepared to advocate for advanced procurement funding for the aircraft carrier industrial base.

We were honored to have Congressman Eugene Vindman address our members at the #ACIBCActionDays Congressional Breakfast. We greatly appreciate Rep. Vindman’s dedication to our nation’s defense and his support for the aircraft carrier industrial base. Thank you, Rep. Vindman, for your service

As our closing speaker, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans brought energy, enthusiasm, and valuable insights when she addressed our members at the #ACIBCActionDays congressional breakfast. A huge thank you to Rep. Kiggans for her consistent support of our military and industrial base!

I spoke at the Aircraft Carrier Industrial Base Coalition breakfast about how important proper aircraft carrier funding is to our nation’s safety and Virginia’s economy.

Great to see Congressman Trent Kelly highlighting his visit to the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). In his latest newsletter, he reflects on the experience, noting how it “underscored the unmatched capabilities of our U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and the critical role they play in

The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) departed Naval Station Norfolk on June 24 for its second deployment, heading to the European theater with a strike group of 4,500 sailors and five destroyers. Rear Adm. Paul Lanzilotta, commander of Carrier Strike Group 12, emphasized the mission's

USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is now operating in the Mediterranean Sea, USNI News reports. The Navy’s newest and most advanced aircraft carrier transited the Strait of Gibraltar on July 17, 2025, as part of its scheduled deployment to the U.S. European Command area of