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DOD, FEMA working in unison on hurricane relief efforts
October 11, 2024 — The efforts include thousands of DOD personnel, vehicles and equipment providing relief on the ground in the affected states of Florida and North Carolina, as well as executive-level coordination in the nation's capital... MORE

Two service members in camouflage uniforms and a civilian man in shorts and a T-shirt stand outside near a military vehicle amid foliage and debris. One of the service members is shaking hands with the civilian.

U.S. officials agree NATO's worth is unquestionable
July 8, 2024 — For 75 years, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization has been a force for peace that stared down the Soviet Union, and now stands ready to defend all NATO territory from Russian aggression... MORE

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Nation's leaders honor fallen heroes
May 27, 2024 — President Joe Biden and Defense Department leaders honored fallen veterans and their families during Memorial Day observances at Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, on May 27... MORE

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DOD releases first National Defense Industrial Strategy
January 16, 2024 — The National Defense Industrial Strategy lays out long-term priorities that will guide Department of Defense actions and resource prioritization with the aim of creating a modern, resilient defense industrial ecosystem. ... MORE

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U.S. flowing military supplies to Israel, as country battles Hamas terrorists
October 11, 2023 — The United States will make sure Israel has what it needs to take care of its citizens, defend itself and respond to the Hamas attack, President Joe Biden said Oct. 10... MORE

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris across from each other at a desk in front of three telephones.

U.S. helps Israel defend against Hamas attacks
October 10, 2023 — The United States is surging support to Israel, a senior defense official said, including air defense capabilities and munitions, and is also bolstering U.S. presence in the region... MORE

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President approves mobilization of Reserves to support EUCOM
July 17, 2023 — President Joe Biden issued an executive order July 13 approving the mobilization of select reserve forces with up to 3,000 personnel, augmenting the armed forces in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve. ... MORE

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Biden moves to improve opportunities for military spouses
June 12, 2023 — President Joe Biden signed an executive order designed to strengthen economic opportunities for military and veteran spouses, caregivers and survivors... MORE

A man sits at a small table and signs a document. Behind him are a U.S. flag and dozens of people dressed in both military uniforms and civilian clothing.

Around the Air Force: Brown Nominated for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, Recruiting Medals/Promotions, Cadets Research Robotics
June 2, 2023 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, POTUS nominates CSAF as the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, pending Senate confirmation, Airmen and Guardians can get medals and promotions as part of new recruiting incentives and cadets at the USAFA are studying how people interact with robots... MORE

n this week’s look around the Air Force, President Biden nominates General CQ Brown, Jr. as the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, pending Senate confirmation, Airmen and Guardians can get medals and promotions as part of new incentives for recruiting, and cadets at the Air Force Academy are studying how people interact with robots. (Hosted by Senior Airman Saomy Sabournin)

Biden nominates 'top-notch strategist' as next Joint Chiefs Chairman
May 30, 2023 — President Joe Biden has nominated Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. to succeed Army Gen. Mark A. Milley as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff... MORE

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President remembers those lost on 9/11, says day changed America
September 12, 2022 — The attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, changed America in fundamental and profound ways, President Joe Biden said, and in the days, months and years that followed the attack, "ordinary Americans responded in extraordinary and unexpected ways."... MORE

President Joe Biden speaks at a lectern surrounded by others with the Pentagon in the background.

U.S. honors service members involved in Afghan evacuation
September 1, 2022 — All units involved in the retrograde operation from Afghanistan will be awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation or its equivalent, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder announced... MORE

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Biden announces changes in U.S. force posture in Europe
June 29, 2022 — President Joe Biden announced moves that will enlarge the U.S. troop presence in Europe and strengthen the NATO alliance. Biden made the announcement at the beginning of the NATO summit in Madrid June 29... MORE

Defense secretary says 2023 budget built on new defense strategy
May 12, 2022 — The fiscal 2023 defense budget request was built on the bones of the new National Defense Strategy, and the request is adequate for today's military and ensures the military remains strong in the future, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said... MORE

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III testifies during a hearing.

Fiscal 2023 budget funds military for today, future
March 29, 2022 — President Joe Biden's $773 billion fiscal year 2023 Defense Budget Request funds the department for today's security environment and positions DOD to maintain its competitive advantage in the years ahead, Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks said... MORE

President's Fiscal Year 2023 Defense Budget

President shifts U.S. troops in Europe to defend frontline NATO States 
February 23, 2022 — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has ordered an infantry battalion task force of about 800 soldiers to deploy from Italy to the Baltic region and approved the movement of up to eight F-35 Lightning II aircraft from Germany to operating locations on NATO's eastern flank.  ... MORE

A photo of an F-35 crew preparing to deploy.

DOD officials say service members, families pay price of continuing resolutions
January 13, 2022 — Service members and their families will suffer if Congress passes a full-year continuing resolution for fiscal 2022, Defense Department officials told the House Appropriations defense subcommittee Jan. 12... MORE

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Biden to approve SECDEF's request to make COVID-19 vaccine mandatory
August 10, 2021 — By mid-September, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will request a waiver from President Joe Biden to make the COVID-19 vaccine mandatory for service members, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said. ... MORE

Biden administration overturns transgender exclusion policy
January 26, 2021 — President Joe Biden signed an executive order overturning the previous administration's ban on the service of transgender individuals in the military... MORE

President Joseph R. Biden signed an executive order overturning the previous administration's ban on the service of transgender individuals in the military.

Biden, Harris sworn in as America's new leaders
January 20, 2021 — Unity of the American people will lead to a path forward as the country starts afresh, said President Joe Biden, who was inaugurated as the country's 46th president along with Vice President Kamala Harris Jan. 20... MORE

A woman and an older man put their hands on a large wreath that sits on a stand.