David Heindel

Germany is proposing a civilian “sea service” to build a reserve of trained mariners for times of crisis. Why? They’ve realized a hard truth: you can’t depend on foreign crews when it matters most. #comment-49153" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">splash247.com/german-shipown…

Foreign tanker freight rates have surged 10–15x normal levels over the past week.📈 Jones Act carriers are operating normally, delivering energy products at stable, predictable rates.🇺🇸 The American people rely on: 🚢American Tankers 🛢️American ATBs 👷‍♂️American Mariners

Times may have changed, but some things remain the same. In the digital age, loose lips can travel faster than ever. A careless social media post can reveal more than intended — and just like in the past, loose information can still sink ships.

That’s not politics. That’s who we are.

It requires steady cargo, sustained investment, and qualified American mariners. We’ve said it for years: cargo policy is national security policy. If called, we will do what American mariners have always done: We will sail. We will deliver. We will stand with our troops.

There are strong political opinions across the country about U.S. action in Iran. Reasonable people can and do disagree. But one fact is clear: when the United States commits its armed forces, it also commits its logistics — and logistics move by sea.

Thank you, President @RealDonaldTrump 🇺🇸 For standing with America’s shipbuilders, mariners, and the Jones Act. Your support ensures American maritime dominance for generations to come.

Today, on the International Day of the Seafarer, we salute the men and women who power global trade, often unseen. Their resilience, professionalism, and sacrifice keep the world moving—through storms, conflict zones, and months away from home. To every seafarer: thank you!

@jt_0001 @ABC Please! Iran has been a problem since they took 66 American hostages. Other than Regan cutting an October surprise deal to release them if , nothing has been done by both parties Don’t get me wrong, I support the targeted bombing but to blame 45y of inaction on Biden.

Vice President JD Vance said that despite the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear sites last night, the U.S. is not at war with Iran. "No, we're not at war with Iran... We're at war with Iran's nuclear program." abcnews.link/AOjVC1u

@GOPoversight @RepNancyMace What a…

WOW! Congresswoman Nancy Mace completely OBLITERATES Tim Walz for comparing the brave men and women of ICE to the Nazi Gestapo. @RepNancyMace: "Do you apologize for your disgusting comparison of ICE to the Gestapo?"

Today, we proudly celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Merchant Marine — a legacy of service, sacrifice, and strength that spans from the Revolution to today. Here’s to 250 years of unwavering commitment on the sea — and to the generations who carry our legacy forward.

🚢🇺🇸 250 years ago today, the U.S. Merchant Marine took its first stand for American freedom. Since then, civilian mariners have delivered for America--fueling our economy, defending our interests, and standing ready when called. Today, we honor their courage and service. #MARAD #MerchantMarine

The SIU is backing the US Federal Maritime Commission’s (FMC) domestic investigation into vessel flagging laws, including the long-abused practice of ‘Flags of Convenience’ (FOCs). seafarers.org/itf-supports-i…

@johnkonrad @howardlutnick @IMOHQ en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_c…

@johnkonrad @howardlutnick @IMOHQ There are 43 countries listed as Flags of Convenience. WITH several more being designated in May due to Russia and Iran looking to hide their fleets.

How are we going to fix the deficit? “We are getting rid of scams! The number one scam: the Liberian Ship Registry” @howardlutnick And he’s the kicker. An American company runs it for Liberia. And they get a vote in the corrupt @IMOHQ. And guess who helped set it up? The CIA!

@michaelgwaltz I would argue that the number of Chinese seafarers are widely exaggerated. The Chinese Seafarers "Union" is predominantly a construction workers union with seafarers in it. Most "Chinese seafarers" work on harbor tugs, fishing vessels etc. They don't know what a ship looks like

Read about our full maritime report here waltz.house.gov/uploadedfiles/…

A must-read from American Maritime Partnership (AMP)'s American Maritime VOICES blog americanmaritimevoices.org/how-the-jones-…