“Bath Iron Works Is Absolutely Critical to Our Nation’s Security.” — Senator Susan Collins on Maine’s shipyard, Navy readiness, and global threats

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🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | US Senator Susan Collins — Part One

“Bath Iron Works Is Absolutely Critical to Our Nation’s Security.” — Senator Susan Collins on Maine’s shipyard, Navy readiness, and global threats

In Part One of this in-depth conversation, U.S. Senator Susan Collins joins Q-Point Podcast to discuss national security challenges with direct implications for Maine and the nation. Senator Collins shares her perspective on the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, addressing drug trafficking, narco-terrorism, regional instability, and serious human rights concerns. She also explains the balance of power between Congress and the executive branch when responding to national security threats and the role of oversight under the War Powers framework.

The discussion turns to Maine’s critical role in national defense, with Senator Collins underscoring the importance of Bath Iron Works to Navy readiness, missile defense, and global security as China expands its naval capacity. She highlights the strategic value of Maine-built destroyers, workforce development, and long-term shipbuilding capacity, emphasizing how federal investments support both national security and Maine jobs.

Senator Collins also addresses healthcare challenges facing Maine and the country, including rural hospital sustainability, workforce shortages, and access to care. She outlines federal funding aimed at transforming rural healthcare delivery, supporting emergency services, expanding telemedicine, and helping hospitals remain viable in underserved and island communities. The conversation includes broader healthcare affordability concerns, bipartisan efforts to prevent coverage loss, and policy approaches aimed at lowering insurance costs.

The episode concludes with a discussion on prescription drug pricing, including insulin costs, the role of pharmacy benefit managers, and efforts to ensure negotiated savings are passed directly to consumers. Senator Collins explains why reforming incentives in the pharmaceutical supply chain remains a priority for improving affordability and access to care.

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