The Navy is prioritizing readiness in the coming budget, regardless of the size of the service, according to a Navy official. While specifics of the fiscal year 2023 budget are still being negotiated, readiness remains the No. 2 priority of Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday, behind the Columbia-class submarine, said Vice. Adm Bill Merz, deputy chief of naval operations for operations, plans and strategy. “We've just had this laser focus on our readiness recovery and making sure no...
