Defense News: Worried China might seize Taiwan sooner, Navy chief pushes readiness
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Navy has adopted a “fight tonight” mentality as both China and Russia grow more aggressive, the chief of naval operations said, meaning the service must become more ready and more lethal for a near-term conflict.
Adm. Mike Gilday said he stands by prioritizing readiness, then lethality and then growing the size of the fleet, but said during remarks at the Atlantic Council Wednesday the potential for a conflict with China in the next couple years makes it important to do all three.
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WNU Editor: No one in the US (civilian and military) is ready to "fight tonight".
Senior U.S. Navy Commander Says The US Navy Should Be Ready ‘To Fight Tonight’. Must Prepare Now For China Invasion Of China
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