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Navy’s $76B Undersea Power Boost | Providence News
The Department of Defense just poured $76.6 billion into expanding America’s undersea warfare capabilities, ordering 14 new submarines — including 5 Columbia-class ballistic missile subs and 9 upgraded Virginia-class attack subs — with Electric Boat leading the charge. The massive contracts, totaling $29.5 billion and $42.1 billion respectively, also fund shipyard upgrades and workforce expansion, reinforcing national security and boosting the shipbuilding industry. With seven Columbia-class subs already on order and 26 Virginia-class subs currently active, this historic investment ensures…
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