Waltz And Rubio Signal Trump's Bid to Reassert U.S. Maritime Power

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

66% : The Ships for America Act, which Waltz is championing, reflects his commitment to boosting U.S. maritime readiness in a way that complements his broader national security vision.
62% : As Kimbrell rose to become Special Adviser to the Secretary of the Navy, Waltz continued pushing forward in Congress with the Ships for America Act.
59% : As sponsors of the Ships for America Act -- legislation that could significantly boost the American maritime industry if passed -- these selections signal a clear shift.
48% : His motivation may be partly personal: Waltz's wife, Julia Nesheiwat, served as Homeland Security Adviser under Trump and saw firsthand the challenges facing the U.S. Coast Guard.
26% : As National Security Adviser -- a powerful role that doesn't require Senate confirmation -- Waltz will brief Trump on key issues and coordinate inter-agency efforts.
25% : According to a source close to Trump, Waltz turned down an offer to become Secretary of Defense, choosing instead to work in the White House.

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