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Trump proposes 40 new icebreakers for Coast Guard

By Elías Thorsson January 31, 2025

Maritime Executive reports that U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to order 40 large icebreakers for the U.S. Coast Guard, with potential collaboration from Canada. This move is intended to bolster the U.S. presence in the Arctic and Antarctic but raises questions about feasibility and funding.

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