Trump Orders US Navy to Revert to Steam Catapults for Aircraft Carriers
Former President Trump has ordered the US Navy to abandon electromagnetic catapults for future aircraft carriers, advocating for a return to steam-powered systems. This decision comes amidst his long-standing criticism of the newer technology.
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