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19FortyFiveMar 28, 2026Trade Press

The U.S. Navy’s New $15,000,000,000 Columbia-Class Nuclear Submarine Is Way Behind Schedule

Senator Tommy Tuberville questioned whether the Navy should expand the Columbia-class program from 12 to 16 submarines to increase strategic flexibility.

The U.S. Navy’s New $15,000,000,000 Columbia-Class Nuclear Submarine Is Way Behind Schedule
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The U.S. Navy's lead Columbia-class nuclear submarine is one year behind schedule, potentially compromising maritime strategy. Senator Tommy Tuberville has proposed expanding the fleet from 12 to 16 hulls to counter rapid modernization by Russia and China.

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