190920-N-XI307-1140 NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Sept. 20, 2019) Sen. Mazie Hirono, center, receives a briefing on the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) advanced weapons elevators from Capt. John J. Cummings, Gerald R. Ford commanding officer, and Rear Adm. James Downey, program executive office for aircraft carriers, during a tour of the ship. Hirono visited Gerald R. Ford to see first-hand the progress the ship is making during its post-shakedown availability. This image has been altered by blurring out badges for security purposes. This image has been altered by blurring out badges for security purposes. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan Seelbach/Released)