ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 18, 2023) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) is underway alongside the fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6), May 18, 2023. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable warfighting capability through the carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Samuel Wagner)