GoldenPup
I am relieved you are not suggesting I am jeopardizing our national security. My son is on a submarine and there is no way I would ever do anything that I think would put him or any other member of the silent service at risk.
The public knew about the incidents before the Navy released any information about them. Publicizing a standdown does not broadcast any weaknesses. Conversely, it lets our enemies know we are taking steps to strengthen our submarine operations.
If you knew how often my son says he can't tell me something you would realize the Navy is doing a good job of not revealing sensitive information.
Thanks for letting me know, and thank your son for me for his service.