We should have bought CB90's...

U.S. Marines ride in a Multi-Mission Reconnaissance Craft Bravo at Naha Military Port, Okinawa, Japan, June 10, 2026. Offering superior maneuverability in shallow waters, these boats allow for rapid deployment in support of littoral operations. They are equipped to transport personnel and supplies, ensuring Marine forces maintain operational tempo and sustainment in austere, distributed environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Briseida Villasenor)

What does that mission set sound like? Yeah. That fits the CB90 to a tee only it would do it better. Better? I mean its faster, can carry more gear and troops, is out the box ready to mount weapons, launch uavs and sensors too. Did I mention that it is designed to operate in the "littorals"? The Marine Corps once again looked for an elegant solution instead of a ready made one. The USMC isn't threatened by extinction because its a "second land army". Fuck no. The Marine Corps is threatened by extinction because its NO LONGER A BARGAIN FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE!!! Below is a pick of the boat we should have bought. The mighty CB90!

Multi-Mission Reconnaissance Craft Bravo

 

Israel's civilian leadership seems determined to destroy it....

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz:

The IDF has been instructed by the Prime Minister and by me to prepare for an independent Israeli military operation against Iran. pic.twitter.com/B2ABQguON8

— Clash Report (@clashreport) July 11, 2026

Just plain wow.

Independent action against Iran?  Are they freaking nuts?  I don't see how that's of benefit to the state of Israel.

Their economy is hurting.  Their military is tired.  They're running low on munitions and if they look at what's in the US stockpile then they'll realize we're not flowing with replacements.

I don't understand the thinking.

I've got many Israel haters here but can someone that DOES NOT hate the state explain to me the thinking.

Lazanski 8x8 57 mm

U.S. Marines transport NMESIS, rifle platoon to Itbayat during KAMANDAG 10

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This is the dirty little secret that US car makers don't want known. Chinese cars are better, cheaper and just as reliable as ours are....that's why they're keeping them out of our markets

I need this car pic.twitter.com/EFiBftx8Ja

— sofia (@sofiatieger) July 5, 2026

Elon Musk and Telsa would be out of business in a nano second if Chinese electric cars were sold here (yeah I know Telsa is sold in China but it's the American label that does it). As far as Ford, GM and others? They'd get smashed into the ground. What has me spinning is that everyone talks about free market competition yada-yada but in real life? NOPE! What has always been the conservative pitch? Let markets decide? Not applicable when it comes to cars and that's smashing US consumers. Great for auto unions but not for most.

This LEO will never see the job the same way again

A female police officer in North Charleston, South Carolina was jumped by a group of teenagers during a "teen takeover." pic.twitter.com/Ibf8lj0sDf

— Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) July 5, 2026

Littoral Combat Force-24 conducts deck landing qualifications

U.S. Marines with 3d AA Bn. conduct live-fire range

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Amphibious combat vehicle integration

HIMARS in action

11th MEU Marines, Sailors Conduct Flight Operations Aboard USS Boxer