U.S. Navy leadership has advocated for a hybrid fleet, with sailors and Marines augmented by smart machines and the equipment they carry.
The Navy destroyed dozens of Houthi drones and missiles in February during a relentless month of engagements with the militant group.
The House Intelligence Committee on Wednesday warned about a “serious national security threat” facing America.
The sea service spent billions of dollars to increase its weapons inventory. Now it has run into a major obstacle.
