By saying that one is “not buying this story”, is this an expression of the belief that Obama, in the capacity of Commander-in-Chief of the US military, would insure that our navy is tougher than this? because it seems like this is exactly where Obama wants our fighting forces to be, frankly, especially when up against his buddies in Iran.
Congress sets the rules and regulations of the military. That is not up to the PResident. Standards are on Congress.