We knew that was never going to happen. The Navy argued the LCS could go “in harm’s way” in the brown water and could provide congressionally required fire support for the Marines. That obviously failed. Then the DDGX program failed. Then the extended range guided munition which also was supposed to fulfill the fire support requirement also turned into another boondoggle. Meanwhile Congress approved the striking of the Iowas.
The Navy started a real Frigate program and should cut their losses with these ships. Not Strike Group assets and way to expensive as mine sweepers.