U.S. Navy To Pay $22 Billion To Expand Submarine Fleet

The video discusses the plan to build nine state-of-the-art nuclear-powered submarines over the next decade, expanding the Navy's fleet and replacing older vessels. This initiative follows concerns about Chinese naval expansion. The new Virginia-class submarines represent a significant technological leap, featuring design changes that enhance undersea dominance. Notably, eight of these submarines will have an 80-foot expansion to carry 40 Tomahawk missiles, compared to the current capacity of 12. The delivery of these submarines is expected between 2025 and 2029.

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