The first thirty days of the new Trump Administration have brought sweeping changes throughout the federal government. We take a pause to assess where things stand for maritime stakeholders and what may
The first thirty days of the new Trump Administration have brought sweeping changes throughout the federal government. We take a pause to assess where things stand for maritime stakeholders and what may be coming next in Washington, DC, for our industry.
- A Maritime Directive
For those that work in the U.S maritime space, it is axiomatic to state that all aspects of the maritime industry are critical to our national security. U.S. flag vessels and merchant mariners not only support U.S. economic prosperity, but also build the key sea lines of communication to support military operations. Similarly, our ports and marine terminal operators provide the critical intermodal connection to provide the constant flow goods needed by our Nation and warfighters. Of course, our shipbuilding industrial base is essential to ensuring American power and influence throughout the world. However, for reasons that remain unclear, when discussing our national security within Washington, DC, the U.S. maritime industry often remains an afterthought.
Thankfully, that historic trend appears to be changing under the leadership of National Security Advisor (“NSA”) Mike Waltz. There was resounding enthusiasm when President Trump announced the appointment of then-Congressman Waltz to serve as the NSA. In his time as the
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