Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Dan Caine delivered a powerful testimonial to the members of the American Navy, stating that the most important weapon on board these ships is the American sailor. Speaking at a press briefing alongside Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and CENTCOM’s Brad Cooper, Caine highlighted the importance of the Arleigh Burke class destroyer, a class that is the backbone of the US Navy's surface fleet. He also highlighted the dedication of the ship's watchmen and officers, who make real-time decisions on threats and situations.