Sec. Hegseth celebrates ‘Bath built’ as he touts Trump administration’s offensive military strategy

By: Emma Davis, Eesha Pendharkar

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: February 9, 2026

Words: 1,263

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth commended Bath Iron Works for aiding the Trump administration’s America-first manufacturing goal, visiting the Bath shipyard as part of his national tour of defense contractors.

During a speech to about 850 shipyard employees on Monday, Hegseth criticized previous administrations for outsourcing work abroad and encouraging global partnerships, while highlighting the Trump administration’s America-first mentality and goal to accelerate defense production.

He also said his department is reviving …

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