Washington, May 15 -- Congressman Ronny Jackson issued the following press release:

Yesterday, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) discussed the urgent need to rebuild American naval power and strengthen Marine Corps readiness during a House Armed Services Committee hearing (https://armedservices.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=6573) on the Department of the Navy's Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Request. Under President Trump's leadership, the United States is taking decisive steps to restore maritime dominance and confront growing global threats.

"As the PRC continues to modernize its fleet at a historic pace, the need for a ready and capable American naval force has never been greater," said Rep. Jackson. "This budget represents a...