Inside the Navy highlights

Some must-reads from this week's issue of Inside the Navy:

1. Over the last 12 to 18 months, the Marine Corps spent roughly $80 million to combat the counter-unmanned aerial system threat, which includes technology that will be outfitted on the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle.

Full story: Marines respond to counter-UAS joint urgent operational need

2. The Navy has identified roughly 300 planned alterations that must be made to the Littoral Combat Ship with the changes ranging from quick fixes to more time-consuming modifications.

Full story: Navy identifies 300 planned alterations for LCS

3. The Navy is not ruling out placing MH-60R Seahawk helicopters on the future frigate, according to a Navy spokeswoman.

Full story: MH-60R might be used on FFG(X)

4. Senate lawmakers want to give Defense Secretary Jim Mattis authorization for a major roles and missions review that could result in tectonic shifts at the Pentagon, but former senior defense officials say it's not as simple as it sounds, especially if senior leaders aren't on board.

Full story: Senate bill triggers doubt DOD will wrestle with roles and missions review