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DHA Official Says TRICARE Pharmacy Ensuring Essential Medication Delivery Worldwide

David Vergun — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:44:47 GMT

The War Department delivers one of the most comprehensive health benefits, through TRICARE, including an exceptional prescription drug benefit program, said David J. Smith, Defense Health Agency deputy director, during a hearing in Washington.

The Silent Service: Assessing PLAN Influence in the Central Military Commission

Natalie Shen and Joel Wuthnow — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:37:29 GMT

Despite its impressive expansion, the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) is more of a "decision-taker" than a "decision-maker," with its growth driven by top-down political directives from leaders like Xi Jinping rather than by its own institutional influence.

Fort Pickett, partner agencies conduct high-risk rescues

Mike Vrabel | — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:40:00 GMT

Fort Pickett Fire and Emergency Services personnel, as well as personnel from several other garrison directorates and state and local partner agencies combined forces to execute complex, high-risk rescue operations after several paratroopers became stuck in trees July 10, 2026, at Fort Pickett, Virginia.

From Pandemic to Purges: China's Military Diplomacy from 2018 to 2025

Dr. Phil Saunders and Samuel King — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:35:23 GMT

The China Military Studies Review has published “From Pandemic to Purges: China's Military Diplomacy from 2018 to 2025” by INSS China Center Director Dr. Phillip Saunders and research intern Samuel King.

Trump Announces $10B Investment in Defense Industry

Matthew Olay — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:32:00 GMT

President Donald J. Trump announced that the War Department will be investing roughly $10 billion in materiel production while in support of more than 4,000 defense industry jobs across Pennsylvania.

34th CST conducts collective training in Virginia Beach

A.J. Coyne | — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:37:10 GMT

Virginia National Guard Soldiers and Airmen assigned to the Fort Pickett-based 34th Civil Support Team participated in a collective training event June 23, 2026, at the Virginia Beach Police Department’s Creeds Law Enforcement Training Facility in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and June 25, 2026, at the State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Hegseth Hosts Iraqi Prime Minister at Pentagon

Matthew Olay — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth welcomed Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to the Pentagon, where the two leaders met to discuss the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, the end of the Operation Inherent Resolve mission and the future of the U.S.-Iraq relationship.

Carderock, Dahlgren Team Analyze How to Power and Sustain Future Navy Capabilities

By Alisha Tyer, NSWC Carderock Division Public Affairs — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:07:00 GMT

Ensuring that the Navy’s future capabilities, weapons systems, and ships can accomplish their mission extends beyond whether they perform as designed. Engineers must also determine how the Navy fuels, powers and logistically sustains those systems throughout operations. That is the focus of a joint team from Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division and Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, whose work in Energy Supportability Analysis recently earned the 2026 Warfare Center Innovation Award.

My DCMA: Mike Younes, quality assurance specialist

Tonya Johnson — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Mike Younes joined the DCMA team two years ago.

Gold Star Family Members Have Chance Encounter at Vietnam War Annual Government Briefing

SSgt David Busby — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:54:44 GMT

While attending the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency’s Vietnam War Annual Government Briefing, June 25-26, 2026, two Gold Star family members had the chance encounter of a lifetime.

Republic of Korea-United States-Japan Trilateral Chiefs of Defense Joint Press Statement

Pentagon News — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:37:15 GMT

United States Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, Chief of Staff, Japan Joint Staff, General UCHIKURA Hiroaki, and Republic of Korea Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Jin Yong-sung conducted the 23rd Trilateral Chiefs of Defense (Tri-CHOD) Meeting on 15 July, 2026, in Washington, D.C.

U.S. Forces Continue Providing Disaster Relief Assistance in Venezuela

Pentagon News — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:38:00 GMT

U.S. armed forces are continuing to provide disaster relief assistance to the people of Venezuela in the aftermath of two devastating June 24 earthquakes.

NSWC Crane launches Rapid Capabilities Cell to accelerate solutions for the Fleet

NSWC Crane Corporate Communications — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:33:00 GMT

CRANE, Ind. – Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) launched the Crane Rapid Capabilities Cell (CRC2) to accelerate the delivery of critical technology to the warfighter. This new initiative will serve as a direct pipeline for identifying and delivering solutions to meet the most urgent and emerging needs of the U.S. Navy.

NORAD and USNORTHCOM Commander General Gregory M. Guillot Meets With Norwegian Chief of Defence General Eirik J. Kristoffersen

Pentagon News — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:11:36 GMT

NORAD and USNORTHCOM Commander Gen. Gregory Guillot met with Norwegian Chief of Defence Gen. Eirik Kristoffersen today at the NORAD and USNORTHCOM headquarters. The two leaders discussed the steadfast defense relationship between the United States and Norway.

Breaking Silos: Strategic collaboration works to transform ALRE supply chain

Stefanie Hauck — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT

Cross collaboration between the Defense Logistics Agency, the Navy and industry partners is netting significant gains in streamlining the management of the $101 million Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment supply chain.

DCAA Investigative Support Critical in $3.6 Million Fraud Settlement

DCAA Staff Writer — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:43:44 GMT

Officium Global LLC and Loyal Source Government Services LLC has agreed to pay a combined total of more than $3.6 million to resolve allegations of violating the False Claims Act and the Contract Disputes Act.

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DLA helping Army manage Apache inventory

Jake Joy — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

As the service adapts its AH-64 mission to detect, track, and defeat unmanned aircraft systems, DLA Disposition Services will help divest older excess airframes while providing realistic targets for pilots in training.

Save the Date: 2027 Defense Basic Research Xchange

Toni DeVille — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The 2027 Defense Basic Research Xchange (DBRX) will be held May 18–20, 2027, in Alexandria, Virginia.

DHA Partners With Marines to Refine Portable TBI Assessment Technology for Austere Battlefield

T. T. Parish — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:51:58 GMT

Team members assigned to the Defense Health Agency's Warfighter Readiness, Performance and Brain Health initiative hosted an end user touchpoint at Camp Lejeune, N.C., to assess new capabilities for evaluating traumatic brain injuries on the battlefield.

D.C. National Guard Boosts Homeland Defense With First Maritime Security Vessel

Army Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Valentine, Joint Task Force D.C. — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:35:00 GMT

The District of Columbia National Guard's 260th Special Purpose Brigade commissioned its first maritime security vessel, boosting homeland defense and interagency coordination to protect the capital's waterways and critical infrastructure.

DLA Distribution Sigonella bridges the gap with strategic staff ride

Navy Cmdr. Aaron Smith and Dorie Heyer — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:45:48 GMT

In military logistics, connecting the supply chain directly to the warfighter's mission is critical for operational success. To bridge this gap, the Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sigonella, Italy, military and civilian team recently conducted an immersive staff ride with the Air Force's 7th Reconnaissance Squadron.

From wagons to air ambulances: Medevac keeps the fight alive

Robert Hammer — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Safely transporting injured service members from the battlefield has always been a challenge, but tools, technology — and the people behind them — have enhanced the medical evacuation process to save warfighters.

Service members gain hands-on vehicle maintenance skills at JBSA-Lackland

Jonathan Mallard — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Service members took part in a vehicle maintenance workshop at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Auto Hobby Shop recently, learning practical skills to help maintain reliable transportation for work, family responsibilities and daily mission demands.

Skyfall Simulation: NATO Partners Rehearse Downed Aircraft Response

Army Staff Sgt. Seth LaCount, Kosovo Force Regional Command East — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:12:00 GMT

Kosovo Force Regional Command East's Task Force Aviation and multinational partners conducted a downed aircraft exercise near Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, rehearsing search and rescue, medical evacuation and aircraft recovery procedures following a simulated UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter hard landing.

Application window open for Army's three-year Harding Fellowship Program

Jessica H. Brushwood — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

The Army is accepting applications for a highly competitive, three-year broadening opportunity aimed at connecting tactical leaders with strategic military communication. Active duty captains, master sergeants, and chief warrant officers 4 have until Aug. 15 to apply.

LUCI Fellow Helps Pioneer a New Era of Programmable Smart Materials

Lola Fatunmbi, PhD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

A team led by LUCI Fellow, Dr. Anesia Auguste has developed a groundbreaking method to precisely program how "smart" materials bend, stiffen, and transform into complex 3D shapes using a single flash of patterned light.

Coalition Space Operators Take Center Stage as SALITRE 2026 Breaks New Ground

Pentagon News — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:11:00 GMT

When Exercise SALITRE 2026 opened its execution week at Cerro Moreno Air Base on July 6, the largest multinational air exercise in South America featured something no combined exercise has attempted before: a commercial satellite performing a real, on-orbit evasive maneuver in response to a simulated adversary — flown live, watched by coalition space operators on three continents.

War Department Changes Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Requirements

C. Todd Lopez — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The War Department announced the suspension of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification phase two requirements, initially scheduled to take effect in November, and launched a comprehensive review of the entire CMMC program.

Forging the Arsenal of Freedom: Department of War Suspends CMMC Phase II Requirements

Pentagon News — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:53:39 GMT

The Department of War today announces the immediate suspension of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Phase II requirements, which were originally scheduled to come into effect on November 10, 2026. All Phase I self-assessment requirements remain firmly in place. Additionally, the Department will begin a comprehensive review of CMMC aimed at aligning with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's Acquisition Transformation System (ATS) directives prioritizing speed to capability, lowering barriers for small, medium, and non-traditional businesses, and replacing bureaucratic compliance with scalable, resilient cybersecurity measures.

NSWCPD Technical Director Helps Bridge the Gap for Future Navy Civilian Leaders

Steven Infanti — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:17:00 GMT

For Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Technical Director Nigel C. Thijs,

Army modernizes Direct Commissioning Program to accelerate access to critical talent

Lt. Col. William D. Lincoln — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT

The Army has modernized how it brings talent into the force, and the Direct Commissioning Program is becoming a pathway to quickly access people with specialized skills — while still maintaining all required standards.

NUWC Division, Keyport welcomes LCDR Michael Johnson as Pacific Detachment’s new officer in charge

Frank Kaminski, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:28:00 GMT

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport welcomed Lieutenant Commander Michael J. Johnson as Detachment Pacific’s new officer in charge during a Change of Charge ceremony at the Navy Lodge on Ford Island, July 10. NUWC Division, Keyport Commanding Officer Capt. Brandon Monaghan served as presiding officer.

Rohler promoted, takes command of Virginia Army National Guard

Mike Vrabel | — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:41:42 GMT

Brig. Gen. Dennis Rohler took the reins as the Virginia National Guard’s Land Component Commander during a ceremony July 11, 2026, at the VNG Sergeant John Slaughter Headquarters at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

Reduction Expected for Japan Cost-of-Living Allowance Rates

Air Force Staff Sgt. Skyler Combs, United States Forces Japan — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:30:10 GMT

Service members based in Japan will likely see a reduction in their overseas cost-of-living allowance because of a long-term drop in the value of the Japanese yen and a corresponding increase in the value of the dollar.

USS San Antonio Assumes Relief Mission in Venezuela

Navy Lt. j.g. Paul Archer, U.S. 4th Fleet — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Supporting ongoing disaster relief efforts, the amphibious transport dock USS San Antonio arrived at the port in La Guaira, Venezuela, to relieve the USS Fort Lauderdale as the primary maritime component of the State Department-led humanitarian assistance mission following earthquakes.

Air Force shapes requirements for a new era of uncrewed airpower

Pentagon News — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

As the Air Force examines the future of persistent intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and strike capabilities, officials are increasingly focused on defining the operational requirements that will guide the next generation of uncrewed systems.

NSWC IHD Hosts Change of Command Ceremony; Capt. Paul Mahoney Takes Command

NSWC IHD Public Affairs — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:22:00 GMT

ChalleNGe Class 64 graduates 40 cadets

A.J. Coyne | — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:12:00 GMT

The Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy graduated 40 cadets during a ceremony for Class 64 July 2, 2026, at Green Run High School in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Retired Army Col. Everton Nevers, Virginia Department of Military Affairs chief of staff, Jen Lanz, director of CCYA, and Jerome Ferrette, the CCYA deputy director, congratulated each of the graduates on completing the five-and-a-half month-long residential portion of the program.

Centcom Completes Another Wave of Strikes Against Iran

U.S. Central Command Public Affairs — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:03:00 GMT

U.S. Central Command completed a new wave of offensive strikes against Iran, hitting dozens of targets at multiple locations with precision munitions.

DSCA Announces Recruitment for Pathways Intern Program

Pentagon News — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:07:17 GMT

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency has opened recruitment for Cohort 2 of the Pathways Intern Program.

Anticipated changes to Japan COLA rates

Staff Sgt. Skyler Combs — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:12:30 GMT

Service members based in Japan will likely see a reduction in their overseas Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) in the coming weeks due to a long-term drop in the value of the Japanese yen and a corresponding increase in the value of the U.S. dollar.

Blue List team conducts training, soldier outreach

DCMA Information Technology Directorate — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DCMA supported initial licensing training under the Army’s newly published Small Unmanned Aircraft System Operator Training Program.

PRESS RELEASE: Individual deceased following flash flood on JBSA-Lackland

Pentagon News — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:14:00 GMT

On Saturday night, July 11, 2026, emergency responders from the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Fire Department responded to a severe flash flood incident on Hall Street involving a trapped vehicle.

TAC Outreach Call July 14, 2026: Constructed Travel

Pentagon News — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:52:26 GMT

UTD for MAP 03-26(R), Lodging for the Last Day of Travel to the New Permanent Duty Station

Pentagon News — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

This item authorizes lodging for Service members on the last day of travel to the new PDS, not to exceed the applicable locality rate, in conjunction with the 75% of the locality’s meals and incidental expense (M&IE) rate. This item will align Service member permanent change of station (PCS) allowances with civilian PCS allowances, as defined in the Joint Travel Regulations, section 0539. Effective July 6, 2026.

Col. Jeffrey P. Hicks Appointed as United States Property and Fiscal Officer for Illinois

Lt. Col. Bradford Leighton — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:50:25 GMT

Maj. Gen. Rodney Boyd, The Adjutant General of Illinois and Commander of the Illinois National Guard, has announced the appointment of Col. Jeffrey P. Hicks as the United States Property and Fiscal Officer (USPFO) for Illinois. Col. Hicks will replace Col. Brian Creech, who is retiring at the end of September after a 40-year distinguished career.

SOCNORTH hosts NORAD, USNORTHCOM Commander to synchronize homeland defense

Bridget Donovan — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:12:00 GMT

Gen. Gregory M. Guillot, Commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM), visited U.S. Special Operations Command North (SOCNORTH) Headquarters at Peterson Space Force Base, Colo., July 8, 2026.

Alaska National Guard Rescues 4 People in 2 Days

Air Force Maj. David Bedard — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:08:00 GMT

Soldiers and airmen assigned to the Alaska National Guard executed four missions to save four people in the Alaska wilderness before the July Fourth holiday weekend.

Managing the Long-Term Russian Threat to Europe

Dr. Jeffrey Mankoff — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:59:00 GMT

INSS Distinguished Fellow on Russia, Eurasia, and the Arctic Dr. Jeffrey Mankoff published a CSIS report titled "Managing the Long-Term Russian Threat to Europe" on 9 July, 2026 that discusses European security and learning the right lessons from the war in Ukraine.

NUWC Division Newport’s 2025 Annual Overview highlights technical excellence, strategic vision

NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:10:00 GMT

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport workforce continues to maintain the highest level of service to the fleet, and those efforts are highlighted in the command’s 2025 Annual Overview now available here ...

METC Occupational Therapy Assistant Course reaches major milestone with ACOTE assessment

U.S. Navy Lt. Keegan P. Marcantel — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Medical Education and Training Campus Occupational Therapy Assistant course at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston – part of the Defense Health Agency -- recently reached a significant milestone in its commitment to educational excellence by successfully completing its Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, or ACOTE, on-site assessment.

JBSA First Sergeant Diamond Sharp Awards

Pentagon News — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:05:00 GMT

The Diamond Sharp Award is sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio First Sergeants Council and recognizes outstanding Airmen who continually exceed the standard to meet the Air Force mission.

180th ESC returns to Virginia after mobilization to Horn of Africa

Mike Vrabel | — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:36:00 GMT

Approximately 120 Virginia National Guard Soldiers assigned to the Powhatan-based 180th Engineer Support Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, 329th Regional Support Group, returned home from their federal mobilization July 9, 2026, after completing their mission with Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa.

NUWC Division Newport engineer wins 2025 Rosenblatt Young Naval Engineer Award from American Society of Naval Engineers

NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:03:00 GMT

A Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport engineer recently was selected as the winner of the 2025 Rosenblatt Young Naval Engineer Award from the American Society of Naval Engineers for his outstanding contributions to the success and advancement of acoustic engineering ...

U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command unveils 2026-2027 Campaign Plan

Tish Williamson — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The MICC 2026-2027 Campaign Plan graphic, unveiled July 1, 2026, highlights the MICC's mission, commander's intent and initiatives, lines of effort and desired effects and outcomes, all nested within Army senior leaders’ guidance and priorities.

Saving lives in the battlefield: U.S., partner nations medical train together during Salitre 2026

Tech. Sgt. Joshua Edwards — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:27:00 GMT

U.S., Chilean, Brazilian, Colombian and Paraguayan air forces medical professionals took life-saving training to the next level by treating numerous patients and conducting air evacuations during Exercise Saltire 2026. This is the fifth iteration of the Chilean-led multinational exercise and the first to incorporate a medical component. By training together before a real-world emergency, U.S. and partner air force medical teams strengthened the relationships, interoperability and combined readiness needed to rapidly deliver lifesaving care during future multinational operations.

DLA Distribution Europe welcomes new commander, honors outgoing leader's legacy

Dorie Heyer — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:18:30 GMT

Leadership at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe officially changed hands from Army Lt. Col. Michael Zdrojesky to Army Lt. Col. Joseph Bower in a ceremony presided over by Army Col. Tracy Yates, commander, DLA Europe and Africa, June 8.

Outgoing Fort Sam Houston Field Directorate leader named MICC Chief of Staff

Tish Williamson — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:01:00 GMT

Col. Randy Garcia assumed duties as chief of staff for the Mission and Installation Contracting Command June 22, transitioning from his command select list assignment as director and senior contracting official for the MICC Field Directorate Office-Fort Sam Houston.

From desk to deck: DLA team sees mission impact aboard USS Nimitz

Dominique Shelton — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:12:28 GMT

Members of the Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support at Jacksonville team toured the USS Nimitz (CVN-68), June 22 as part of the fourth installment of the "Meet the Warfighter: Waterfront" series intended to bridge the gap between support personnel who manage the logistics pipeline and the Sailors who depend on it.

Protect your hearing, protect your brain

Pentagon News — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Untreated hearing loss can affect far more than a person's ability to communicate. Growing evidence suggests it may also increase the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease.

USSTRATCOM senior enlisted leader shares elements for success

Nancy Benecki — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The senior enlisted leader at U.S. Strategic Command has three elements critical for warfighter success during a recent Warfighter Talk at the Defense Logistic Agency's headquarters.

DCMA packaging team delivers historic win

Elizabeth Szoke and DCMA Technical Directorate — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DCMA’s Packaging Team made history at the National Institute of Packaging, Handling, and Logistics Engineers Summit.

Modernizing uniform support through digital transformation, synchronization, collaboration

Mikia Muhammad — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:26:00 GMT

A personalized “welcome” in a digital item management portal invites users to the new way the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support’s Clothing and Textiles supply chain is doing business.

Securing the Border: Soldiers Transport Critical Tech

Pentagon News — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Soldiers assigned to Joint Task Force Southern Border transported a telecommunications network system during Operation Muleskinner Trailblazer III in Big Bend, Texas, helping the the U.S. Border Patrol boost joint-agency communication capabilities across the region's austere environments.

180th ESC named top Army National Guard engineer company

Mike Vrabel | — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:26:58 GMT

The Powhatan-based 180th Engineer Support Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, 329th Regional Support Group was named the most outstanding engineer company in the Army National Guard by the Society of American Engineers during a ceremony May 21, 2026, in Portland, Oregon.

Space, Military Justice, and the Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps in 2050

Todd Pennington — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:56:00 GMT

In his latest article in The Space Review, Todd Pennington, INSS Senior Fellow on Space Strategy and Policy, explores what the Air Force JAG Corps might look like in the future as it evolves to address a growing Space Force while it also adapts to the decline of the military justice system.

Graduates of Navy's Surface Navigation Course Steer Fleet

Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Jacob Allison, Surface Warfare Schools Command — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:05:00 GMT

The Navy's Surface Navigator course teaches sailors traditional celestial skills alongside modern systems to build confident bridge teams who can safely navigate without GPS.

Joint Interagency Task Force 401 Publishes Counter-Drone Handbook

Joint Interagency Task Force 401 — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:37:00 GMT

Joint Interagency Task Force 401 published a practical handbook designed to aid audiences across government, industry and academia in building a shared understanding of the drone threat and the basic principles of protecting against illicit drones.

DLA Aviation set to case colors ahead of Weapons Support activation

DLA Weapons Support Public Affairs — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:35:05 GMT

On July 23, the Defense Logistics Agency will close a historic chapter and forge a unified future as it officially deactivates DLA Aviation, based on Defense Supply Center Richmond. This deactivation, held in conjunction with the deactivation of DLA Land and Maritime in Columbus, Ohio, the day after, marks the formal stand-up of DLA Weapons Support – a new, integrated major subordinate command headquartered in Columbus.

NSWC Panama City Division’s MEASUR: Revolutionizing underwater safety through subsea recognition

Shauna Love-vonKnoblauch, NSWC PCD Public Affairs — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:04:13 GMT

Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division scientists are revolutionizing subsea battle damage assessment with a groundbreaking initiative called MEASUR (Mission Effectiveness & Assessment with Subsea Recognition). By equipping unmanned underwater vehicles with advanced sensors and AI, this system represents a significant leap forward in how the U.S. Navy evaluates underwater threats and infrastructure. This innovative approach provides combatant commanders with rapid, reliable data to accelerate decision-making and keep our warfighters safe in contested waters. MEASUR is funded by the Naval Innovative Science and Engineering program, which is one of the Navy's most powerful mechanisms for launching technologies that Navy Labs produce into the hands of the warfighter.

116th MBCT completes historic JRTC rotation

Sgt. 1st Class Jeff Clements | — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:45:00 GMT

The Virginia National Guard’s Staunton-based 116th Mobile Brigade Combat Team became the first Army National Guard MBCT to test its capabilities at a historic Joint Readiness Training Center rotation May 31 - July 1, 2026, at Fort Polk, Louisiana.

DLA Small Business executive director earns Vanguard Revolutionary Leader Award

Christopher Goulait — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:11:00 GMT

DLA Office of Small Business Programs Executive Director Daniele Kurze earned the Revolutionary Leadership Award from the DOW’s Small Business Vanguard Awards Program during the department’s Small Business Training Week in New Orleans.

Fueling the mission with jerry cans

Abraham Essenmacher — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services often serves as the end-of-line process for handling excess materials, but they can also provide a vital mission lifeline—enhancing warfighter readiness by redistributing useable military equipment back to the services through the Reutilization, Transfer, and Donation program.

Closing a historic chapter: DLA Land and Maritime prepares to officially case its unit colors

Cindy Pray — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:23:00 GMT

On July 24, the Defense Logistics Agency will close a historic chapter and forge a unified future as it officially deactivates DLA Land and Maritime, based at the Defense Supply Center Columbus. This deactivation, held in conjunction with the deactivation of DLA Aviation in Richmond, Virginia, the day prior, marks the formal stand-up of DLA Weapons Support – a new, integrated major subordinate command headquartered in Columbus.

DoW CIO’s Cyber Service Academy Welcomes 24 Elite Scholars to Summer Program

DoW CIO — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:43:02 GMT

Rapid inter-agency collaboration secures critical summer internships and invests in the national

433rd Medical Group welcomes new commander

Master Sgt. Jacob Lewis — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Col. Joseph H. Catalino Jr. accepted command of the 433rd Medical Group during an assumption of command ceremony at the Bob Hope Theatre at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on June 7, 2026.

Operation Burnout: 433rd Airlift Wing airlifts $5 billion in seized narcotics for destruction

Senior Airman Joshua Fontenot — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT

In a massive demonstration of rapid global mobility and interagency cooperation, 433rd Airlift Wing Reserve Airmen partnered with Drug Enforcement Administration personnel to execute an interagency joint mission -- Operation Burnout -- the largest recorded aerial transport of hazardous narcotics for destruction.

Preserving Japan's Aviation Heritage: Yokota Air Base Returns Historic Aircraft Artifacts

Yasuo Osakabe — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:14:00 GMT

The 374th Civil Engineer Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, returned rare, WWII-era Imperial Japanese Army aircraft artifacts to the Japanese government after uncovering them during a base construction project.

INSS Expert Gives Keynote at Global Taiwan Security Annual Conference

Pentagon News — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:10:00 GMT

On July 2-3, 2026, Dr. Tom Lynch was the invited guest of the Institute of European and American Studies of Academica Sinica — the National Academy of the Republic of Taiwan (ROC) — to participate in the two-day Global Taiwan Security Annual Conference (GTSAC) held in Taipei, Taiwan. Dr. Lynch attended the five conference panels gave the closing keynote speech on July 3, 2026, titled “Global Reordering and Implications for Taiwan.”

433rd Airlift Wing connects with community during C-5M civic leader flight

Lt. Col. Timothy Wade — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT

In a demonstration of strategic airlift capabilities and community partnership, the 433rd Airlift Wing hosted 44 local civic leaders for an orientation flight aboard a C-5M Super Galaxy on June 25, 2026.

The USS Constitution Navigates Future

Steve Infanti, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:59:00 GMT

For more than two centuries, the USS Constitution has relied on stars, the sea and paper charts to navigate. But as the vessel prepares for nine America 250 events, Old Ironsides is receiving a digital navigation upgrade courtesy of Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division.

U.S. Air Force pilot continues tradition on his own path

Airman 1st Class Kevin Jones — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT

He knew he was destined to serve in the United States military and always had a certain service academy in mind.

From Maryland to the Court: First Lt. Llewellyn Finds Success in Teamwork

Cpl. Diana Salgado, War Media Activity — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:00:30 GMT

"Teamwork isn’t just about working together; it’s about trusting each other enough to push through anything." U.S. Marine Corps First Lt. Lindsay Llewellyn’s words resonate deeply with her journey, one built on family support, resilience, and a passion for the game. As a first-year member of the Armed Forces sports all-women Marine Corps basketball team, she’s discovering what it truly means to unite under a common goal. Her story is about more than just basketball; it’s about overcoming challenges and the strength that comes from those who stand behind you.

PaCER Spotlight: Hollie Freeman-Walder

Pentagon News — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:14 GMT

Hollie Freeman-Walder is a current member of the Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Columbus) Pathways to Career Excellence program. She started her PaCE journey in September 2024 and will graduate in September 2026 as an inventory management specialist.

USS Illinois successfully undocks at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard

Trice Denny — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY & IMF) successfully undocked Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Illinois (SSN 786), June 24, 2026, completing an important milestone in the submarine’s scheduled lifecycle maintenance period.

Gen. Brunson Meets with Mongolian Armed Forces General Staff

Col. Ryan Donald — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, met with senior leaders of the Mongolian Armed Forces General Staff June 30-July 1 while in Mongolia for Khaan Quest 2026.

DCMA conducts interagency Small Unmanned Aerial Systems, Blue List training

Jason Kaneshiro — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The training event provided a collaboration and networking environment for attendees.

Mark Brewer Retires from DLA Energy After 37-Year Legacy

Ebony Gay — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:47:00 GMT

After 37 years of federal service, Mark Brewer retired as the chief of the Joint Integration Management Division at Defense Logistics Agency Energy.

DoW Cyber Apprenticeship Applications Now Live!

Pentagon News — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:57:00 GMT

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Old Ironsides Navigates the Future: NSWCPD Outfits USS Constitution for ‘America 250’

Steven Infanti — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:11:00 GMT

For more than two centuries, USS Constitution has relied on the stars, the sea, and traditional

621st Contingency Response Wing Responds to Accelerate Earthquake Disaster Relief in Venezuela

Air Force 1st Lt. Jessica McLaughlin, 621st Contingency Response Wing — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:21:00 GMT

The 621st Contingency Response Wing deployed a 110-airman contingency response element to Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, Vargas, Venezuela, to work with local authorities and other disaster relief teams to safely expand the intake of humanitarian aid by air transport.

America's 250th: Fireworks, Freedom & Festivities

Pentagon News — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:35:00 GMT

From explosive firework displays and vibrant parades to moving naturalization ceremonies, service members, military families and citizens united across the country to celebrate America's historic 250th anniversary. The national events commemorated 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

UTD for MAP 40-26(I), Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE) Extension for Fallon NV (NV211)

Pentagon News — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:28:00 GMT

This item extends the TLE extension recertification dates for the Naval Air Station Fallon, NV Military Housing Area (NV211). The initiating local command must document and certify the continued existence of a housing shortage in the affected area within each 90-day period after the effective date. Failure to recertify the continued existence of a housing shortage will result in an early termination of the extension at the end of that 90-day period. Effective July 7, 2026.

UTD for MAP 39-26(I), Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE) Recertification for Edwards-Palmdale, CA (CA457)

Pentagon News — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:25:00 GMT

This item extends the TLE extension recertification dates for the Palmdale/Edwards AFB, CA Military Housing Area (CA457). The initiating local command must document and certify the continued existence of a housing shortage in the affected area within each 90-day period after the effective date. Failure to recertify the continued existence of a housing shortage will result in an early termination of the extension at the end of that 90-day period. Effective July 7, 2026.

Richmond course offers a new perspective on the people behind wholesale logistics

Natalie Skelton, DLA Weapons Support Public Affairs Office — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:12:00 GMT

Most aviation supply professionals know how to request an aircraft part. Fewer understand the network of people and organizations working behind the scenes after that request leaves their unit.

Retired Submariner Commemorates Both Bicentennial, Semiquincentennial in Guam

Commander, Submarine Squadron 15 — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:54:00 GMT

Fifty years after raising the national colors in Guam for America's bicentennial, retired Navy Cmdr. Allan Riggs returned to the island to commemorate the nation's 250th birthday alongside a new generation of submariners.

DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime to deactivate, DLA Weapons Support to stand up

Pentagon News — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:43:00 GMT

The Defense Logistics Agency will host ceremonies on July 23 and 24 to mark the formal deactivation of DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime and the activation of the new DLA Weapons Support major subordinate command.

Ethical Considerations Toward Harmonizing Human and Machine Agency in Embodied Neurotechnologies

Drs. Nicolas Berberich, Gordon Cheng, and James Giordano — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:33:23 GMT

Several nations are evidencing increased interest in and consideration of employing various types of neurotechnologies to optimize cognitive and motor performance and perhaps modulate emotion and behavior. In this essay, published in the international journal Neuroethics, Dr. James Giordano, working with colleagues Drs. Nicolas Berberich and Gordon Cheng from the Technical University of Munich (GER) address Western and Asian ethical perspectives focal to the regard, guidance and governance of using such cutting edge developments in real world practice and settings.

Colorado National Guard assisting with traffic control for Aspen Acres Fire

Colorado National Guard Public Affairs — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:22:00 GMT

Under executive order more than 80 Colorado National Guard members are supporting the Pueblo County Sheriff’s office managing traffic control points for road closures and evacuated areas near the Aspen Acres Fire.

President, Vice President Address Nation in Celebration of America's 250th Birthday

C. Todd Lopez — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 05:41:00 GMT

President Donald J. Trump addressed the nation during a "Salute to America" celebration on the National Mall to commemorate America's 250th birthday, while Vice President JD Vance made public comments in New York City earlier in the day.

Build Freedom Initiative Launches With Big Contract to Skilled Trades Champion

C. Todd Lopez — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:36:00 GMT

Michael Duffey, undersecretary of war for acquisition and sustainment, and Michael Cadenazzi, assistant secretary of war for industrial base policy, presented television host Mike Rowe with a $10 million check at the Pentagon to formally launch the Build Freedom Initiative.

Pennsylvania Army National Guard Conducts 'Ghillie Wash' Training Event

Army Staff Sgt. Jonathan Campbell, Pennsylvania Army National Guard — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:03:40 GMT

Pennsylvania National Guard soldiers participated in a ghillie wash training exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa., in which they were put through intense physical training in ghillie suits, a garment designed to resemble heavy foliage, grass or terrain.

SEAC mentors future combat medics at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston

Pentagon News — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff David L. Isom met with future combat medics and Army leaders during a visit to the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, on June 19.

Vietnam Veteran Receives Purple Heart 57 Years Later

Army Sgt. Katherine Devereaux, Office of the Chief of Army Reserve — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:43:25 GMT

After 57 years, a Vietnam veteran received his long-overdue recognition thanks to a dedicated Army Reserve officer.

Hegseth Thanks National Guard for D.C. Mission Ahead of Nation's 250th

Matthew Olay — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:29:00 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth praised National Guardsmen in Washington for reducing city crime ahead of America's 250th birthday celebration.

Keeping an eye on fireworks safety

Pentagon News — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Fireworks in the neighborhood or streets can be a big part of many celebrations. People use them during holidays such as the Fourth of July, New Year’s Eve, and other special events. Fireworks can be exciting and beautiful to watch. However, they can also be dangerous, especially to the eyes.

MICC workforce logs more than 200 million steps during second annual Golden Sneaker Challenge

Tish Williamson — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Nearly 400 military and civilian employees from across the Mission and Installation Contracting Command logged hundreds of millions collective steps during the second annual Golden Sneaker Strong Teams Challenge, promoting wellness, readiness and teamwork while celebrating the Army’s 251st birthday.

New Command Senior Enlisted Leader at DSCA

Army National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Amber Peck — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:28:29 GMT

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Daryl Plude assumed responsibility as command senior enlisted leader to the director of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency during a ceremony at DSCA headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, July 1.

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Logistics before DLA: How agency missions explain America’s Revolutionary War success

Dr. Colin J. Williams — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

When America declared independence 250 years ago, it had been fighting the British for more than a year. Victory came to the new nation for several reasons. The most unrecognized today was logistics.

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Korea DMZ Observation Mission

Mark Stevens — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:27:24 GMT

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency deployed a team of five multifunctional experts to the Republic of Korea during the week of May 11 – 15, 2026. The team observed current ROK recovery operations in the Demilitarized Zone at White Horse Hill and conducted a joint observation mission at ROK Guard Post 613 in the vicinity of Hill 111.

DLA saves Army millions with Italy in-country MRAP demilitarization

Jake Joy — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Agency personnel in Italy are helping the 405th Army Field Support Battalion clear out dozens of mine resistant ambush-protected vehicles that had been stored at Leghorn Army Depot near Livorno for well over a decade.

Acting Navy Secretary Visits DPAA Recovery Site in Vietnam

Lt. Col. George Tobias — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:15:53 GMT

The Acting Secretary of the Navy recently visited a Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency excavation site in Vietnam, June 23, 2026. During the visit to the site, Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao observed firsthand the rigorous operations DPAA conducts to recover missing U.S. personnel from past conflicts.

‘It Absolutely Does Matter’: Gen. Brunson Highlights Multinational Cooperation at Khaan Quest 2026

Col. Ryan Donald — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

UNC, CFC, USFK Commander Underscores Partnership at Khaan Quest 2026 Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command, and U.S. Forces Korea, visited Khaan Quest 2026 on Tuesday to emphasize the critical importance of multinational cooperation and alliance interoperability.

‘No More Walls’: Enhanced support to warfighters, industry central to integration

Stefanie Hauck — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:43:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support leaders emphasized that enhancing support to warfighters and industry partners is the goal as the major subordinate command continues to integrate its land, maritime and aviation supply chains.

Army Col. John Short Assumed Command of DLA Energy Americas

DLA Energy Public Affairs — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:36:00 GMT

Army Col. John Short took command of the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Americas from Army Col. Alphonso Simmons Jr. during a change of command ceremony at the Lone Star Flight Museum in Houston on June 26.

U.S. Military Supports Venezuela Earthquake Response

Pentagon News — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:03:00 GMT

U.S. service members are on the ground in Venezuela, delivering assistance where it is needed most following two devastating earthquakes June 24.

Readout of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine’s Closing Remarks at the 2026 African Chiefs of Defense Conference

Pentagon News — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:00:35 GMT

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine delivered virtual closing remarks at the 2026 African Chiefs of Defense Conference on July 1, 2026.

U.S. Participates in Fifth Iteration of Chilean-Hosted Exercise

Air Force Master Sgt. Ceaira Tinsley, Air Forces Southern — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:33:00 GMT

Aircraft, crews and support personnel from across the Americas converged at Cerro Moreno Air Base in Antofagasta, Chile, for the kickoff of Exercise Resolute Sentinel - Salitre 2026.

Colorado Air National Guard to celebrate Independence Day with statewide flyovers

Colorado Air National Guard Public Affairs — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:19:00 GMT

The Colorado Air National Guard will celebrate the 250th Independence Day with a series of high-speed flyovers across Colorado, bringing a patriotic display to local community celebrations.

JBSA Logistics Team outfits soldiers, equips the Warfighter

Summer Shuler — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:21:00 GMT

Before soldiers can train, deploy or answer the nation's call, they must first have the equipment necessary to accomplish the mission. At Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, that responsibility belongs to the Central Issue Facility, or CIF, where a small team plays a critical role in Army readiness every day.

Carderock, Fairfax City Co-Host Reverse Pitch Day to Drive Maritime Autonomy and Innovation

By Aaron Thomas, NSWC Carderock Public Affairs — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:39:05 GMT

FAIRFAX, Va. – Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division partnered with Fairfax City Economic

‘DLA Reimagined’ is the theme of final video in AI series

Kathryn Pegram — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The final episode of the Defense Logistics Agency’s video series about artificial intelligence explains how the agency incorporates AI into the workplace to react to current problems and solve future challenges.

144th Army Band Hosts 3 Concerts to Celebrate Independence Day

Pentagon News — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:54:23 GMT

The Illinois National Guard's 144th Army Band will perform three concerts to celebrate Independence Day in three communities across the state.

Role-based certification pilot evolves security workforce

Tammi Bush — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:41:47 GMT

The Center for Security Excellence (CDSE) launched the Role-Based Certifications (RBC) program,

Troop Supports honors June retiree with over 35 years of service.

Pentagon News — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

After 39 years of dedicated service to the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, senior leaders gathered to honor Clothing & Textile Supervisor Tom Zassick on June 29, 2026.

JBSA fire officials emphasize safety, readiness ahead of Independence Day

Summer Shuler — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:29:00 GMT

As Independence Day approaches, Joint Base San Antonio fire officials are reminding service members, civilians and their families that celebrating responsibly can help prevent injuries, protect property and preserve mission readiness.

USFK Commander Visits Army Transformation and Training Command to Assess Modernization Efforts

Col. Ryan Donald — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:03:00 GMT

Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, traveled to Austin, Texas, June 23, 2026, for his first official visit to the U.S. Army Transformation and Training Command.

JIATF 401 Leaders Visit Whiteman Air Force Base to Strengthen Counter-Drone Operations

Army Lt. Col. Adam Scher, Joint Interagency Task Force 401 — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:50:00 GMT

Joint Interagency Task Force 401 leaders visited Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., to learn about the installation's counter-unmanned aerial systems operations and initiatives in advance of the upcoming directed energy pilot program.

Sinking Exercise Demonstrates Capabilities of Joint Force

Task Force 70 and Pacific Air Forces Public Affairs — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:46:00 GMT

U.S. Pacific Command joint forces, along with allied and partner forces, successfully carried out a live-fire sinking exercise during Valiant Shield 2026, targeting the decommissioned amphibious transport dock USS Juneau off the coast of Guam.

Readout: Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Addresses 2026 African Chiefs of Defense Conference

Pentagon News — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, delivered a virtual keynote address from the Pentagon to launch the 2026 African Chiefs of Defense Conference (ACHOD) in Luanda, Angola. Mirroring the opening charge from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Gen. Mahoney urged the gathered senior military leaders to engage in frank, direct dialogue to address the highly interconnected, multi-domain, and transnational threats facing the continent. He emphasized that because modern adversaries—including violent extremist organizations and trans-national criminal organizations—operate across fluid borders, partner nations must move beyond polite formalities and actively build unified, connected response networks to safeguard regional stability and enable long-term economic prosperity.

National Intelligence College Joins National Defense University

Pentagon News — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Effective July 1, 2026, the National Intelligence College (NIC) officially joins the National Defense University (NDU) as the university's sixth college.

UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 41-26(I), Update DoD Text to DoW in Ch. 3 and Miscellaneous Corrections

Pentagon News — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:57:00 GMT

This item This item updates the JTR language from “Department of Defense,” “DoD,” “Secretary of Defense” to “Department of War,” “DoW,” “Secretary of War.” This change is to ensure compliance with the administrative and operational mandates established by Executive Order 14347 which directs the use of “Department of War” across all official correspondence, internal policy manuals, and administrative documentation. This item also corrects miscellaneous grammatical errors and hyperlinks, clarifies passport reimbursement in Table 2-24, updates the Army's PDTATAC representative. Effective July 1, 2026.

UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 31-26(I), Clarification of Exceptions for the Integrated Lodging Program (ILP) and Retirement of the ILP Supplement

Pentagon News — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:55:00 GMT

This item is an administrative update to the lodging sections of the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). Specifically, it incorporates Air Force recommendations to clarify the use of commercial lodging when government quarters are unavailable, details exceptions to the Integrated Lodging Program, and clarifies authorization procedures for nonconventional lodging, per 41 C.F.R. § 301-11.7. Additionally, this action retires JTR Supplement, “Department of War (DoW) Integrated Lodging Program (ILP)” and incorporates its necessary information into JTR, par. 020303. Effective July 1, 2026.

US Army establishes Space Operations Branch to enable multidomain dominance

Pentagon News — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army announced June 25 that it established its newest branch, the Space Operations Branch, marking an historic milestone in the service's continuous transformation to meet the challenges of modern, multidomain warfare.

NSWCPD Honors Workforce Excellence During Third Quarter Awards Ceremony

Steven Infanti — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:31:00 GMT

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) recognized employees for career

Navy Tests Prototype Atmospheric Diving System

Anna Taylor, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:08:00 GMT

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division hosted the first open water test of the Deep Sea Expeditionary with No Decompression suit in Liberty Bay, Wash.

Illinois' Jason Benhart Recognized as One of the Top Inspector General Civilians

Lt. Col. Bradford Leighton — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:03:09 GMT

Jason M. Benhart, a civilian employee with the Illinois National Guard Joint Force Headquarters Office of the Inspector General, placed third in the U.S. Army 2026 Inspector General of the Year Competition in the civilian category, and is the top civilian Inspector General in the Army National Guard.

Air Force ROTC cadets visit DCMA Fixed Wing St. Louis

Air Force Lt. Col. Matthew Olde — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The program highlighted the full spectrum of career fields available to cadets through ROTC.

Sustainment ROC Drill Strengthens Homeland Defense Network, Enables Decision Advantage

Lt. Col. Michael Dill, Joint Mobility Officer — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:56:00 GMT

The mandate to “find the seams” amidst plans, policies and agencies was the driving force behind the recent NORAD and USNORTHCOM Sustainment Rehearsal of Concept (ROC) Drill, a collaborative event focused on readiness, logistics integration and inter-agency coordination. The event drew in over 100 participants with personnel traveling from as far north as Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, and as far south as Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The conference exercised the commands' ability to sustain operations in a wartime environment.

Four NSWC Panama City Division employees awarded for accelerating LCAC fleet readiness

Shauna Love-von Knoblauch, NSWC PCD Public Affairs — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:08:08 GMT

The Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) craft provides the Navy with a unique combination of range,

Coast Guard Interdicts Over $63 Million in Illicit Drugs

Coast Guard — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:55:00 GMT

The crew aboard the Coast Guard cutter Bear offloaded approximately 7,720 pounds of cocaine and 4,000 pounds of marijuana worth more than $63 million at Port Everglades, Fla.

Small Creatures, Big Mission: Bugapalooza Connects Science to Military Readiness

Kenya Baylor, National Museum of Health and Medicine — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:38:00 GMT

Nearly 400 visitors attended the National Museum of Health and Medicine's Bugapalooza to learn how insects affect health, support the environment and affect military readiness.

American Revolution in the Midwest: How Parts of the War Were Fought in Illinois

Pentagon News — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:20:32 GMT

As our nation marks its 250th anniversary, most of us remember what we learned in school about the American Revolution. Primarily our lessons focused on General George Washington and the Revolutionary War events that took place in the original 13 colonies. However, many events outside the 13 colonies helped defeat the British, including in parts of Illinois and Indiana.

USSPACECOM hosts second wargame series focused on maneuver warfare in the space domain

Pentagon News — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:14:59 GMT

U.S. Space Command held its second Apollo Insight Commercial Integration wargame series on June 24, 2026.

DCSA, industry partners strengthen ties at NCMS Seminar

Pentagon News — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:48:24 GMT

ATLANTA, Ga. – The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) demonstrated its

Keyport hosts DSEND First-Ever Open Water Evaluation

Anna Taylor, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:45:00 GMT

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport hosted the first-ever open water test of the Deep Sea Expeditionary with No Decompression suit June 8-12.

Colorado National Guard integrates rocket launchers into active-duty targeting network during Ivy Mass 2026

By Staff Sgt. Josiah Pugh — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:34:00 GMT

The Colorado Army National Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 157th Field Artillery Regiment integrated High Mobility Artillery Rocket System launchers directly into the U.S. Army’s 4th Infantry Division’s new digital network during the Ivy Mass 2026 exercise, May 4-20, 2026, at Fort Carson, Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Joint Task Force Southern Border Conducts Medevac in Arizona Mountains

Sgt. 1st Class Alon Humphrey, Operation Ardent Vanguard — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:37:00 GMT

Service members assigned to Joint Task Force Southern Border conducted an aeromedical evacuation after receiving a request to assist a civilian who was experiencing a medical emergency in a remote mountainous area of Arizona.

Leadership changes hands at DLA Distribution Susquehanna

Dorie Heyer — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:29:12 GMT

Leadership at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, officially changed hands from Navy Capt. Andy Henwood to Army Col. Christopher Urynowicz in a ceremony presided over by Army Brig. Gen. Kevin Cotman, commanding general, DLA Distribution, June 25 at Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna, Pennsylvania.

Army Lt. Col. Matthew T. Mosteiko Assumes Command of DLA Energy Indo-Pacific Korea

Le’Karriah Davis — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:45:00 GMT

Army Lt. Col. Matthew T. Mosteiko took command of the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Indo-Pacific Korea from Army Lt. Col. Jeremia Van during a change of command ceremony held at Camp Walker in Daegu, South Korea, on June 18.

Southern Command Moves Quickly to Support Venezuela Earthquake Relief

U.S. Southern Command — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:28:00 GMT

As directed by the War Department, U.S. Southern Command is working with the State Department to support U.S. government relief operations in Venezuela in response to devastating earthquakes.

Guam’s emergency readiness strengthened with excess fire response equipment

Poma Lauer Darasamay — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:15:00 GMT

The remote U.S. territory took custody of a former Navy fire engine in early June thanks to the federal Firefighter Property Program and DLA’s excess property transfer authority.

DCMA celebrates teams with more than 250 Years of functional excellence

Luis Delgadillo — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DCMA's Vertical Lift Texas team totals 257 years of professional experience.

DoW Earns an "A" on FY25 Small Business Scorecard

Pentagon News — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:19:00 GMT

The Department of War earned an A with an overall score of 100.46% on the U.S. Small Business Administration's FY25 Small Business Procurement Scorecard, recognizing the Department's continued commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses and strengthening the defense industrial base.

National Guard Says Domestic Missions Improving Troop Readiness

Matthew Olay — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:08:00 GMT

Domestic missions like the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force are helping build troop readiness rather than detracting from it, Army Maj. Gen. Ronald Burkett II said during a media roundtable discussion.

Families of Vietnam War Missing Gather to Hear Updates, Share Stories

David Vergun — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:47:00 GMT

War Department officials pledged to continue searching for the 1,565 service members still missing from the Vietnam War during a meeting with grieving families in Arlington, Va.

NSWCPD Comptroller Summit Team Earns Department of the Navy Financial Management Award

Steven Infanti — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:59:00 GMT

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) was recently notified that its

World-Class Advanced Energetic Research Lab Complex Opens at NSWC IHD; Among DoW’s Largest, Most Unique RDT&E Facilities

NSWC IHD Public Affairs — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:02:33 GMT

Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to

Air Force Academy cadets tour military working dog facility

Marcus Robins — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Academy cadets participating in the USAFA Cadet Summer Program an opportunity to observe Military Working Dog training and learn about the capabilities MWD teams provide in support of force protection and law enforcement missions.

U.S. Strategic Command launches ETHEREAL FORGE to field advanced electromagnetic warfare capabilities

U.S. Strategic Command Public Affairs — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

U.S. Strategic Command’s Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Center is launching ETHEREAL FORGE, a new initiative designed to accelerate the deployment of advanced electromagnetic warfare capabilities and strengthen operational effectiveness in the electromagnetic spectrum.

Connection and Camaraderie: DSCC celebrates Employee Appreciation Day

James McGarvey — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:59:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Columbus) hosted an Employee Appreciation Day June 12 for the entire Defense Supply Center Columbus workforce, transforming the installation into a lively, community focused celebration filled with games, food and opportunities to reconnect.

Trump Accounts Lay Solid Financial Foundation for Military Children

C. Todd Lopez — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:31:00 GMT

Thanks to newly available Trump Accounts, military families can lay the foundation to ensure each of their children has a head start on a retirement plan. The program opens for financial contributions July 4.

USVDIV-32 Advances Unmanned Operations With NATO During BALTOPS 2026

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:27:00 GMT

Sailors assigned to the Unmanned Surface Vessel Division 32 are at the forefront of the Navy's fleet during Exercise Baltic Operation, delivering realistic counter-unmanned surface vessel training against unmanned vessels to NATO allies.

Service members find healing through Warrior Games, share recovery journey battling invisible wounds

Summer Shuler — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:06:00 GMT

Long after the gunfire stopped, Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy “Mop” Mapalo continued fighting. The San Antonio native, now serving as the senior enlisted leader for the 49th Security Forces Squadron at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, spent years carrying the invisible wounds of combat after surviving multiple deployments, including the Jan. 5, 2020, terrorist attack at Manda Bay, Kenya.

Carderock Team Applies Expertise to USS DEFIANT Model

Alisha Tyer, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division Public Affairs — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:34:00 GMT

BETHESDA, Md. – Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division is applying decades of technical

Air Force Rescue Squadron Deploys Jolly Green II Helicopters to East Africa

Air Force Master Sgt. Carlin Leslie, 406th Air Expeditionary Wing — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:51:00 GMT

The 56th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron arrived at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, setting a milestone by deploying HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters and establishing a critical rotary-wing rescue capability in East Africa to support regional response efforts.

Army Armaments Center Develops New Counter-UAS Capability

Tyler Barth, Picatinny Arsenal — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:57:00 GMT

A new effort led by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center demonstrated advancements developed for fire control, enabling the ability to engage and defeat drones with a common remotely operated weapon station while shooting on the move.

Navigating your next PCS: Inside the DOW's Personal Property Activity

WASHINGTON — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

For service members, civilians and their families, a permanent change of station is a defining and often stressful reality of military service. The most immediate impact on your relocation experience comes from the Department of War's Personal Property Activity, which acts as the centralized operational hub for the Defense Personal Property Program.

Once a raw hoops prospect, Army dietician earns her place on the court

Joe Lacdan, War Media Activity — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:43:13 GMT

In the fall of 2022, Army Capt. Cara Adams sat with then-coach Paul Parker during the All-Army women’s basketball training camp in a gym at Fort Bliss, Texas. For more than a week, the best basketball players in the Army battled to earn a spot on the All-Army team that would compete for the Armed Forces Championship.

VNG supports command post exercise in Finland

Staff Reports | — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:39:00 GMT

Five Virginia National Guard Soldiers participated in a command post training exercise at the Finnish Army Academy June 7-12, 2026, in Lappeenranta, Finland.

Ohio River Valley honors law enforcement

DCMA Ohio River Valley — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DCMA Ohio River Valley participated in “The Challenge” fitness competition during National Police Week.

Nevada Army Guard Chinook crew aid F-35 recovery efforts on endangered species land

Capt. Emerson Marcus — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:07:00 GMT

The Nevada Army Guard’s CH-47 Chinook helicopter fleet once again proved its worth last month in the recovery of a downed U.S. Air Force F-35 north of Las Vegas on federally protected land in the Mojave Desert.

NSWCPD Employees Earn Two 2025 Warfare Centers Awards

Courtesy Story — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:45:00 GMT

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) employees recently earned recognition

National Guard Counterdrug Program Adapts to Evolving Criminal Threats

Army Sgt. 1st Class Christy Sherman — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:37:51 GMT

The National Guard Counterdrug Program helps law enforcement connect investigations and share intelligence to stop sophisticated drug trafficking networks across the country.

502d Logistics Readiness Squadron Central Issue Facility gets BOLC students prepped and ready to go

Melissa Hydrick — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The 502d Logistics Readiness Squadron's Central Issue Facility, or CIF, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston supports more than 138 military units and distributes more than 450,000 military equipment items such as helmets, flack vests, canteens and uniforms throughout JBSA.

A Historic First: Marine Corps Reserve Integrates Multidomain Assets During Exercise

Marine Corps 1st Lt. Aaron Xing — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:05:00 GMT

The Marine Corps Reserve is actively deploying multidomain collection assets during an integration course for the first time in its history, marking a technological milestone that ensures the service remains an agile force prepared to dominate in complex, data-driven conflicts.

502d Logistic Readiness Squadron: Vehicle maintenance keeps the fleet moving

Joshua Garcia — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:01:00 GMT

Members of the 502d Logistic Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance section at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston work on the entire 3,125-vehicle fleet for the 502d Air Base Wing, ensuring they are maintained and safe for use.

NDU Facilitates Counterproliferation Tabletop Exercise During Nordic-Baltic PSI Engagement in Norway

Pentagon News — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:38:00 GMT

The United States and Norway co-hosted the Nordic-Baltic + Regional Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Engagement on June 9-11, 2026, in Oslo, Norway.

Lori Tucker Awarded Grechanik-Collins Professional Employee of the Year

DCAA Staff Writer — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:51:17 GMT

Ms. Lori Tucker has been awarded this year’s prestigious Grechanik-Collins Professional Employee of the Year Award.

‘Blueprint’ for agency AI success is theme of latest video

DLA Public Affairs — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:06:21 GMT

The latest episode of the Defense Logistics Agency’s video series about artificial intelligence explains how the agency strikes a balance using the tool with human understanding for decision advantage.

Hegseth: Defense and Fiscal Hawks, Unite!

Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:58:00 GMT

Urgency, speed, efficiency, competition and lethality are the new guiding principles of the War Department, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth writes. This moment requires defense hawks and fiscal hawks to pull together.

Weapons Support at Ogden welcomes new Commander

Dominique Shelton — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:20:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support at Ogden team held a change of command ceremony welcoming their new commander June 9 at Hill Air Force Base, Utah.

Vanguard Awards for FY25 Announced

Pentagon News — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:42:00 GMT

The Vanguard Awards for FY25 were announced at the annual awards luncheon held during Small Business Training Week on June 17, 2026 at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans.

Retired Chief Master Sergeant Wants to Help Veterans Heal Through Social Work

2nd Lt. Trenton Fouche, Joint Force Headquarters Illinois National Guard — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:43:11 GMT

After 27 years in uniform, retired Chief Master Sgt. Rebecca Velazquez knew how to lead Airmen, solve problems and take care of people. What she did not expect was how difficult it would be to step away from the identity that had shaped most of her adult life. Velazquez enlisted in 1998, her military career culminating in her role as Command Chief of the 183d Wing.

First Sergeant With ‘Toughness of Infantry and Compassion of Chaplain’ Retires After Nearly Three Decades of Military Service

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:17:39 GMT

Greg Hoffman didn’t want to be a first sergeant. He saw what his friend and mentor, Command Sgt. Maj. (retired) Dena Ballowe, endured as she prepared the 3537th Surface Maintenance Co. for Hurricane Katrina duty in 2005 as the brand-new unit first sergeant. Hoffman decided “Being a first sergeant is not a good idea.”

Springfield-Based 233rd Military Police Company Mobilizes About 70 Soldiers For Critical Mission in Alaska

By G. Alejandro Valdes, Illinois National Guard Public Affairs — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:37:23 GMT

Maj. Gen. Rodney Boyd, The Adjutant General of Illinois and Commander of the Illinois National Guard, and other senior leaders honored approximately 70 Soldiers from the Illinois Army National Guard’s Springfield-based 233rd Military Police Company as deploy to Alaska to protect critical missile sites in the tundra.

2026 DLA Foundation scholarship winners announced

DLA Public Affairs — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Defense Logistics Agency Foundation awarded 32 scholarships to students with close family ties to current or past employees for the 2026-2027 school year.

NASCAR San Diego Weekend Connects Sailors, Community for Navy 250

Navy Lt. Cmdr. Michelle Tucker, Naval Base Coronado — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:03:00 GMT

Naval Base Coronado welcomed more than 100,000 visitors, race fans, service members, military families and community partners during the inaugural NASCAR San Diego Weekend, which celebrated the service's enduring connection to the American people.

DLA technician’s troubleshooting fix saves agency $4.2M

Jeff Landenberger — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services personnel recently solved a yearslong challenge that would have eventually impacted the agency’s armor-cutting and demilitarization capability.

DLA’s Product Test Center supports readiness with 3D printing capability

Stefanie Hauck — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:57:00 GMT

The Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Columbus) Product Test Center advanced its additive manufacturing game with the addition of a specialized 3D printing capability with much more on the way, thanks to DLA Research and Development.

Allies Come Together in the Indo-Pacific for Exercise Valiant Shield 26

Commander — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:53:00 GMT

U.S. Pacific Command joint forces, along with allied and partner forces, kicked off Exercise Valiant Shield 2026 in the Indo-Pacific region to strengthen the joint and combined force through training in precise, lethal and overwhelming scenarios.

Matt Huffman, Expeditionary Power and Energy Team Lead

Brittny Odoms, NSWC Carderock Division Public Affairs — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:36:00 GMT

WEST BETHESDA, Md – Family influence and hands-on hobbies shaped Matt Huffman’s early interest in

Fontaine Chapman Receives DCAA’s William B. Petty Award

DCAA Staff Writer — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:09:41 GMT

The Defense Contract Audit Agency is proud to announce that Ms. Fontaine Chapman has been selected as the recipient of the William B. Petty Award.

Ceremony Brings New Name, Transformation to 7th Infantry Division

Pentagon News — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:11:05 GMT

The 7th Infantry Division (Multi-Domain Command-Pacific) is the Army's newest theater-enabling command, built to integrate maneuver, fires, air defense, cyber, space, electronic warfare, intelligence, unmanned systems, sustainment and command and control to support the joint force across the Pacific.

29th ID completes successful Warfighter in Pennsylvania

1st Lt. Colt Bradley | — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:10:35 GMT

The 29th Infantry Division concluded its 20-day Warfighter Training Exercise, WFX 26-4, June 14, 2026, at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania. The division mustered its units from across the nation, including the Virginia, Maryland, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama National Guards.

Five Eyes Cyber Security Agencies Statement

Pentagon News — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:29:00 GMT

As the leaders of the Five Eyes cyber security agencies, we are united in our call to action: the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming cyber risk, and we must act swiftly to remain ahead.

Avoiding risk, slow changes could have consequences for the military, Defense Innovation official says

Nancy Benecki — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:31:00 GMT

Making changes comes with risk, but there may be more risks associated with maintaining the status quo, the military deputy for the Defense Innovation Unit said during a Warfighter Talk at the Defense Logistics Agency’s headquarters last month.

US-X amplifies Blue List mission, engages with drone industry experts

Jason Kaneshiro — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DCMA personnel met with industry stakeholders to discuss the Blue List and acquisition strategy for unmanned systems.

The emerging armamentarium of cognitive warfare with Dr. James Giordano (Video)

SWJ Staff — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

In this lecture for the Cognitive Security Institute, Dr. Giordano discusses the weaponization of neuroscience to engage the brain as the new battle-space, and the ethical issues that arise in and from these dual use developments.

Trump, Hegseth Praise New Medal of Honor Recipients

Matthew Olay — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:13:00 GMT

President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth lauded the intrepid valor of three servicemen whom the commander in chief awarded the Medal of Honor to at a White House ceremony.

Environmental Office, CCYA team up for SMR clean up

A.J. Coyne | — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:38:00 GMT

Cadets from the Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy and personnel from the Virginia National Guard Environmental Programs Office collected trash and repaired sand dune fences June 4, 2026, at the State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

DLA Distribution Yokosuka welcomes new commander

Dorie Heyer — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:37:51 GMT

Leadership at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Yokosuka, Japan, officially changed hands from Navy Cmdr. Daniel Moldonado III to Navy Cmdr. Long Tran in a ceremony presided over by Army Brig. Gen. Kevin Cotman, commanding general, DLA Distribution, June 16 onboard Fleet Activities Yokosuka.

New leadership takes command at DLA Troop Support Pacific strengthening readiness across the region

Tehani Akana — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:50:00 GMT

Framed by two enduring symbols of American history, the USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri Memorial, Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Pacific hosted a change of command ceremony June 5 at Kilo Pier.

Western Hemisphere, homeland defense highlighted in latest issue of Loglines

Nancy Benecki — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:54:07 GMT

Homeland defense and the Western Hemisphere are the themes of the latest issue of Loglines, the Defense Logistics Agency’s professional journal.

War Department Review to Ensure 'NATO 3.0' Becomes Europe-Led Defense Alliance

C. Todd Lopez — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:35:00 GMT

The War Department plans a review of its posture and footprint in Europe to determine how the U.S. is supporting NATO, how partners are supporting NATO and whether what's happening on the ground reflects what President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth believe the alliance should be.

Three Leaders, Three Journeys, One Achievement

MC2 Kenny Gomez — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Three Navy Sailors assigned to Joint Task Force Civil Support (JTF-CS) recently reached one of the

29th ID Soldiers honor D-Day legacy across Normandy

Sgt. 1st Class Terra C. Gatti | — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:23:00 GMT

In the early morning hours of June 6, 2026, the 29th Infantry Division’s blue-and-gray emblem was etched into the sand in the Dog Green Sector of Omaha Beach, marking the ground where the division came ashore 82 years earlier. The tide was out, the morning quiet. As the sun began to rise, 30 U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 29th Infantry Division fell into formation near the emblem. Around them stood senior military leaders, historical reenactors, French citizens and travelers from around the world, all gathered to honor the Bedford Boys.

EVMS Group strengthens Allied Acquisition Framework with Canada

Pentagon News — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DCMA’s Cost and Pricing Command bolstered America’s Allied Acquisition Framework through a week-long training event with Canada.

Warfare Center Cyber Test Team Achieves Certification

Story by Teri Carnicelli — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:43:00 GMT

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD) last year became the first warfare

DLA Troop Support embroiderers celebrate 250 years of American flag making at Betsy Ross House

Mikia Muhammad — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:14:00 GMT

Maintaining the tradition of America’s first flag maker, two embroiders from the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Flag Room demonstrated hand embroidery of the presidential flag at the Betsy Ross House Flag Makers’ Hall June 12 to celebrate “Flag Fest.”

Drone Dominance Program Receives First Order, Gauntlet II Gets Underway

Defense Innovation Unit Public Affairs — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:48:00 GMT

Drone Dominance Program Gauntlet Phase II, a critical test for a battlefield that is evolving at an unprecedented pace, will kick off as the War Department gears up to order 60,000 more high-performing drones in September.

World War II-era Bomb Discovery During Germany Investigation

Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class Zachary Grooman — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:30:16 GMT

A Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency investigation team searching for evidence related to a missing

NAVSEA Recognizes Excellence

Naval Sea Systems Command Office of Corporate Communications — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:52:00 GMT

NAVSEA Honors Excellence and Innovation at Annual Awards Ceremony WASHINGTON – The Naval Sea Systems

Oklahoma Citizen-Soldier harnesses AI to save thousands of hours of work

Anthony Jones — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:20:00 GMT

A groundbreaking new artificial intelligence tool developed by an Oklahoma Army National Guard Soldier is set to transform how the state processes military awards, potentially saving administrative staff more than 61,000 hours of paperwork while allowing them to focus more on supporting Soldiers and mission readiness.

USV Swarm Demonstrates Maritime Security Capabilities During Exercise Salaknib 26

Army Staff Sgt. Erik Warren — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:42:00 GMT

Soldiers assigned to the 25th Infantry Division partnered with Philippine Army forces and industry representatives during Exercise Salaknib 2026 to demonstrate how autonomous maritime systems can enhance security and protect critical transportation operations in contested environments.

New DLA Distribution Sigonella commander outlines 'mission and people always' vision at first all-hands call

Navy Cmdr. Aaron Smith and Dorie Heyer — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:03:15 GMT

Navy Cmdr. Aaron Smith, commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sigonella, Italy, held an all-hands call with employees June 12, his first since assuming command of the distribution center as the 11th commander.

Team Army Opens 2026 Warrior Games With Eight Powerlifting Medals

Vernishia Vaughn, Army Recovery Care Program — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:36:00 GMT

Team Army earned eight medals in powerlifting on the first day of competition during the 2026 Warrior Games in San Antonio, while demonstrating that the greatest victories often extend far beyond the podium.

Partnerships and people at forefront as leaders change

Matthew Mahoney — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:16:18 GMT

New hands are on the reins at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea. Army Lt. Col. Celina Pargo relinquished command to Army Lt. Col. Kelly Svarstad during a ceremony at Camp Carroll, Korea, June 12. Army Brig. Gen. Kevin L. Cotman, commanding general, DLA Distribution, presided over the ceremony.

U.S., Honduran forces strengthen partnership during medical brigade in Villa de San Antonio

Staff Sgt. Ethan Sherwood — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:55:23 GMT

U.S. service members assigned to Joint Task Force-Bravo supported a Honduran-led medical brigade,

CNO briefed on shipyard operations during his command visit to PSNS & IMF

PSNS & IMF Public Affairs — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:04:04 GMT

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy John J.

Mutual Aid in Action: DLA San Joaquin firefighters support local crews in 5-alarm fire

John Johnson, DLA Distribution San Joaquin — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:02:00 GMT

Firefighters from Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management, San Joaquin Fire & Emergency Services responded to an offsite five-alarm fire June 11, one with plumes of smoke visible from neighboring counties and television news coverage visible across the nation.

Fort Worth Branch Supports Oversight of F-35 Block 4 Modernization Program

DCAA Staff Writer — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Defense Contract Audit Agency’s Forth Worth Branch office is playing a key role in supporting oversight and negotiations for the F-35 Block 4 modernization program.

229th MPs return to U.S. after CENTCOM mobilization

Mike Vrabel | — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:31:24 GMT

Virginia National Guard Soldiers assigned to the Hanover-based 229th Military Police Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, 329th Regional Support Group returned to the United States June 13, 2026, following their federal active duty deployment to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.

The relationships behind readiness | How Cathy Contreras helped shape 15 years of Strategic Supplier Alliances

Natalie Skelton — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Fifteen years after its formalization, a partnership model designed to strengthen relationships between the Defense Logistics Agency and its industry partners, continues to shape how DLA Weapons Support provides support to the warfighter.

Project Patriot Pipeline Crafting Avenues of Service for Skilled Workers

C. Todd Lopez — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:19:00 GMT

The War Department's Project Patriot Pipeline is an initiative designed to provide a flow of skilled workers to meet the department's needs, while simultaneously supporting the defense industrial base.

Warfare Center’s Success with Reenlistments Earns Recognition for Second Consecutive Year

Teri Carnicelli — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:37:00 GMT

The yellow pennant with a blue anchor symbol flying below the American flag on the Naval Surface

VNG Counterdrug Task Force supports major police initiative in Roanoke

Mike Vrabel | — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:42:29 GMT

Virginia National Guard Soldiers assigned to the Counterdrug Task Force recently supported a multi-agency law enforcement initiative resulting in arrests and drug and weapon seizures in the Roanoke, Virginia, area.

TAC Outreach Call June 23, 2026: Resources for Local Level Support

Pentagon News — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:05:58 GMT

JCORT ’26 wraps up

By Abraham Essenmacher — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services concluded Joint Contingency Operations Readiness Training 2026 June 12, capping an annual simulation that brought together agency civilians and its Joint Reserve Force members.

‘Rockstar’ Chief Warrant Officer Retires After Successful 25 Years of Service in the Illinois Army National Guard

Pentagon News — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:53:16 GMT

The year was 2000. The original I-Pod was introduced. Dial up internet was all the rage. The average price for a gallon of gas was $1.52, MySpace didn’t exist yet, and Chief Warrant Officer 3 Jennifer Rosa enlisted in the Illinois Army National Guard.

Military Working Dog retirement ceremony honors service to U.S. Air Force

Marcus Robins — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The 802d Security Forces Squadron hosted a retirement ceremony for Military Working Dogs CCoolahan and PPuritan at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 5, 2026. MWDs CCoolahan and PPuritan retired after a combined 15 years of service to the U.S. Air Force and the 802d SFS.

U.S. 2nd Fleet, International Partners Commence Fleet Exercise 250

Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:01:00 GMT

Ships from 17 allied and partner nations arrived at Naval Station Norfolk, Va., to prepare for Fleet Exercise 250, a multinational maritime training event designed to enhance interoperability and test the integrated forces in a dynamic environment.

Sabers, shirts sustainment discussed during West Point logisticians’ visit to Troop Support

Mikia Muhammad — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:12:00 GMT

Maintaining uniform support to cadets at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point informed a visit to Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support by West Point logisticians June 8.

Marine Corps Opens 2026 Warrior Games With Strong Showing

Yvonne Reed-Carlock, Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:04:39 GMT

Team Marine Corps opened the 2026 Warrior Games with a strong showing in powerlifting and an exhibition pickleball competition, earning 10 medals and setting the tone for the week ahead.

Operation HOOAH preps kids for family members’ military deployments

Melissa Hydrick — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Military children from across Joint Base San Antonio stepped into the combat boots of their family members during Operation HOOAH, held June 11, 2026, at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston.

Responding without hesitation | DLA first responders save employee’s life

Natalie Skelton — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:27:00 GMT

“There is no mathematical reason whatsoever why I should be here.”

J20 Petroleum Quality Assurance Course taught at DFSP Okinawa for first time

Army Master Sgt. Thaddeus Harrington — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:02:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Energy conducted its J20 Petroleum Quality Assurance Course at Defense Fuel Support Point, or DFSP, Okinawa in Japan from April 6-24, marking the first time the course was hosted at an active DLA fuel facility. The J20 course, for Quality Assurance Representatives, or QARs, is traditionally taught at the Petroleum, Water and Energy Department at Fort Lee, Virginia. The three-week course brought 25 students to Okinawa for a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on training in an operational environment.

DCMA supports Stingray’s historic first flight

Navy Lt. Cmdr. Jessica DeSousa — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

“MQ-25A’s first flight was an incredible achievement for the future of naval aviation,” said Navy Capt. Daniel Fucito, Unmanned Carrier Aviation program manager.

Hegseth Welcomes Ecuadorian President to War Department

Matthew Olay — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:42:00 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth welcomed Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa to the Pentagon to discuss the bonds of defense-based cooperation between their respective countries.

Virginia Tech students develop communication system for NSWCDD

Jennifer Erickson — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:57:00 GMT

Naval vessels use radio frequency (RF) signals to maintain communication with allies stationed on

Hegseth, Italian Counterpart Meet at Pentagon

Matthew Olay — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:55:00 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth hosted Italy's Defense Minister Guido Crosetto during a bilateral engagement at the Pentagon.

Class 56 Graduates from Wisconsin Challenge Academy

Olivia Sherman — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:27:42 GMT

MAUSTON, Wis. - A corps of 91 cadets became the Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy’s 56th

UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 07-26(R), Emergency Replacement Privately Owned Vehicle Shipment

Pentagon News — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:53:00 GMT

This item authorizes the shipment of a replacement personally owned vehicle (POV) for Service members and civilian employees whose electric vehicle/plug-in hybrid vehicle must be removed from Guam due to an emergency or circumstances beyond their control. This item also authorizes storage of the POV and reimbursement of rental vehicle expenses for personnel with 12 months or less remaining on their tour. Currently, shipping contractors servicing Guam will no longer transport electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, and new shipments of these vehicles are now prohibited. In response, the Department is coordinating the removal of such vehicles currently in Guam. Effective June 15, 2026.

Hampton Roads Branch Office Supports Space Force Through Complex Termination Audits

DCAA Staff Writer — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:14:00 GMT

The Hampton Roads Branch recently completed two complex termination audits supporting the United States Space Force Launch Delta 45 involving base operations support on Ascension Island.

DLA Energy Middle East welcomes new commander, honors outgoing commander’s leadership

Stephanie Abdullah — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:10:00 GMT

Army Lt. Col. Juan G. Martinez assumed command of the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Middle East from Army Lt. Col. Eunseok "Sam" Yoo during a change of command ceremony at the KMC Onstage Theatre on Kleber Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, Germany on June 8.

Troop Support’s Medical and Subsistence hit a homerun for workplace morale

Alison Welski — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:52:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support’s teamwork was in full swing as friendly competition, and a shared sense of camaraderie, took center field when employees from the Medical and Subsistence supply chains faced off in a softball game to strengthen morale and build connections beyond the office on June 10.

Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy, Installations and Environment tours JBSA-Lackland facilities

Jonathan Mallard — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

The Honorable Michael Borders, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy, Installations and Environment, visited Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on June 5 as part of an immersion tour to observe installation operations, infrastructure initiatives and mission capabilities across the base.

Army’s past, future celebrated during birthday ceremony

Nancy Benecki — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:11:00 GMT

Current soldiers, retirees and the workforce at the McNamara Headquarters Complex celebrated the Army’s 251st birthday during a ceremony June 11.

Campaigning to Win: DLA Exercises to Sustain the Joint & Combined Force

Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly and Air Force Col. Nicholas Petren — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Training to achieve mission success through the threats posed by our most capable strategic competitors and testing that training in realistic exercises integrated with Joint and Service headquarters is key to Agency readiness. By transforming through exercise campaigning, DLA is building the culture and capabilities to sustain a war-winning Joint force during large scale combat operations.

U.S. Military Footprint in the USSOUTHCOM AOR: WWII–Cold War Posture and Modern Sustainment Implications

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Caribbean Basin region, containing land in both Central America and Northern South America, has long been strategically important to the United States. In order to protect its interests in the region, the U.S. has historically maintained a strong military presence in the basin, sustaining this presence by building a resilient logistics network that adapted its posture to fit the current operating environment.

Logistics Posture as Deterrence: The Role of Distribution Networks in Homeland Defense

Army Brig. Gen. Kevin Cotman, Joseph Faris, and Army Lt. Col. James Marley — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Joint Force can no longer assume uncontested sustainment. As laid out in the Department of War’s 2026 National Defense Strategy, homeland defense is the top priority of the United States, requiring critical infrastructure and population protection, as well as the ability to generate, project and sustain combat power.

Removing roadblocks: Policy changes make LESO easier and more accessible to law enforcement departments

Jake Joy — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Policy changes make the Law Enforcement Support Office program easier and more accessible to local law enforcement departments. These new rules will help ease the administrative burden of participants and further narrow the gap between law enforcement and the taxpayer-funded excess equipment that can help them protect communities across the country.

Get to know an NCO: Air Force Tech. Sgt. Deron Cooke

DLA Public Affairs — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Get to know a materiel management enlisted career broadener at DLA Troop Support.

Out of time: DLA Disposition Services to help retire Minuteman III

Jake Joy — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

DLA Disposition Services is helping to retire the Minuteman III missile silos to make way for a new weapons system. An new silos come online in the coming years, legacy facilities will need demilitarization — a War Department requirement overseen by DLA.

Supply chain symposium brings together industry partners, government leaders to discuss strengthening the industrial base

Amy Perry and Dominique Shelton — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The 2026 Defense Logistics Agency Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition focused on discussing prominent topics from both the military and the industrial base: delivering readiness, building capabilities and enhancing logistics deterrence.

Forging a unified front: DLA Distribution riggers join joint airborne operation

Dorie Heyer — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Army parachute riggers assigned to DLA Distribution in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, reached a readiness milestone: Putting their work to the test by executing a static line jump alongside airmen from the 148th Air Support Operations Squadron to showcase the rapid mobility and joint interoperability essential to Western Hemisphere and homeland defense missions.

A conversation with DLA Senior Enlisted Leader Army Command Sgt. Maj. Petra Casarez

DLA Public Affairs — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In this interview, Army Command Sgt. Maj. Petra Casarez discusses her military career, how she supports her fellow noncommissioned officers and the agency’s civilian employees, and the energy she projects every day to keep the workforce motivated.

Honoring excellence: Why the PAC program matters more than ever

Army Capt. Brooke De Renzo — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Every year, culinary specialists and food service teams across the U.S. Army take on a unique but crucial challenge: proving themselves in the Philip A. Connelly Program. More than a contest, the PAC Program is a transformative force in Army food service standards, ensuring excellence even in the most austere and demanding field environments.

From the services to stadiums: DLA Troop Support’s drone corridor delivers critical tech at lightning speed

Christian Deluca — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

As the demand for unmanned aerial systems and cutting-edge counter-drone defenses surges across military and domestic operations, the logistical challenge of procuring this rapidly evolving technology has never been more urgent.

Relieving pressure: Forging a resilient maritime fleet one valve at a time

Cindy Pray and Navy Lt. Cmdr. Chris Gerber — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Strengthening supply chains to enhance maritime security and fleet readiness is a tall order for Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support that starts with a small-but-critical component: valves.

Fueling the military’s objectives: DLA Energy’s agile contracting powers missions in the Western Hemisphere

Army Master Sgt. Thaddeus Harrington — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to strategy and advanced planning, DLA Energy served as a silent engine behind operations Absolute Resolve and Southern Spear. A strategic placement of energy assets and defense fuel support points allowed DLA Energy to make sure the joint forces maintained the operational reach and endurance necessary to achieve their objectives.

Four Star Q&A: A discussion with the USNORTHCOM and NORAD commander

DLA Public Affairs — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Air Force Gen. Gregory Guillot is the commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command. In this interview, he discusses protecting the Western Hemisphere and speaks on his commands’ relationship with the Defense Logistics Agency.

New command: Establishing a new DLA team to support USNORTHCOM

Air Force Maj. Gen. David Sanford — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

To meet the expanding and increasingly complex logistics demands across the Western Hemisphere, the Defense Logistics Agency established a new DLA U.S. Northern Command support command.

Outsourcing logistics: DLA’s evolving relationship with OMB Circular A-76

Dr. Colin J. Williams — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

More than 99.99% of the items DLA obtains and most of the logistics services it provides come from American companies. As mandated by law and governed by Office of Management and Budget Circular A-76, DLA performs functions that are inherently governmental and relies on free enterprise for the rest.

I am DLA: Darryl Melvin

DLA Public Affairs — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Darryl Melvin is the DLA customer support representative for the 18th Airborne Corps and 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, for DLA Weapons Support (Columbus).

USFK, ROK Counterparts Strengthen Alliance in Exercise Adaptive Shield AS26 TTX and SLS

Pentagon News — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:08:00 GMT

U.S. Forces Korea and Republic of Korea counterparts strengthened their combined defense against biological threats during the annual Exercise Adaptive Shield 2026 Tabletop Exercise (TTX) and Senior Leader Seminar (SLS), held from June 8-12 in Seongnam and at Camp Humphreys.

What Does the Iran War Mean for the Global Economy?

Dr. T.X. Hammes — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:33:31 GMT

From the price at the pump to shipping costs, Dr. T.X. Hammes joins other experts to share viewpoints on the Iran war's impact on the global economy.

New Oklahoma National Guard Museum opens to public

Leanna Maschino — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:54:33 GMT

Decades of military history officially transitioned into a new era as the Oklahoma National Guard hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 11 for its newly constructed museum, marking the culmination of a multi-year effort to preserve and expand the legacy of Oklahoma’s Citizen-Soldiers and Airmen.

1-40th Cavalry Regiment Prepares for Final Transformation During Exercise Red Flag

Army Maj. Ian Roth, 11th Airborne Division — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:00:09 GMT

Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 11th Airborne Division, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, demonstrated the Army's commitment to transformation, readiness and joint lethality during Exercise Red Flag-Alaska 26-2.

Naval Research Laboratory Receives Space Force Antenna, Expanding Joint Space Capabilities

Nicholas E. M. Pasquini, U.S. Naval Research Laboratory — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:11:33 GMT

The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory received a transportable satellite tracking antenna system from Space Systems Command's System Delta 81 to expand joint space testing, training and operational support capabilities at the laboratory's Blossom Point Tracking Facility in Welcome, Md.

A new digital frontline: How IPPS-A is revolutionizing the U.S. Army Reserve

Sgt. 1st Class Phillip Valentine — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

For decades, the Army's personnel and pay process was a labyrinth of paperwork and disconnected databases, leading to frustrating delays and a lack of visibility for Soldiers and commanders alike.

Michigan Army National Guard Uses UAS to Train for Tomorrow's Battlefield

Sgt. Kaitlyn Jernigan, 126th Theater Public Affairs Support Element — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:26:00 GMT

Nine soldiers assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 126th Infantry Regiment, participated in a two-week unmanned aerial system program, as the Michigan National Guard expands its drone training initiative.

DLA Distribution Susquehanna honors 251st Army birthday

Dorie Heyer, Army — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:46:26 GMT

Navy Capt. Andy Henwood, commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, hosted a ceremony honoring the 251st birthday of the U.S. Army June 10, in New Cumberland.

Army reduces PCS moves to boost readiness and family stability

Col. Angela N. Chipman — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:30:00 GMT

The Army is significantly reducing scheduled Permanent Change of Station moves — cutting more than 12,000 relocations in FY26 and over 13,600 in FY27.

Colorado National Guard leaders strengthen historic partnership with Slovenia

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Patrick Crosley — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:47:00 GMT

The Adjutant General of Colorado U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Robert Davis and Command Senior Enlisted Leader U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Jon Crowe traveled to Slovenia to commemorate more than three decades of partnership between the CONG and its oldest partner nation in May 2026.

Clothing and Textiles provides Army Green Service Uniforms to ‘fallen warriors’

Mikia Muhammad — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:29:00 GMT

From recruit to honored veteran, the Defense Logistics Agency Clothing and Textiles supply chain provides uniforms to service members throughout their careers, including those killed in action.

DLA recognizes fiscal 2026 second quarter award winners

DLA Public Affairs — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly recently announced the recipients of the DLA Employee of the Quarter Awards and DLA Director’s Strategic Goals Awards for the second quarter of fiscal 2026.

Honoring our Heroes’ | U.S. and ROK joint Repatriation Ceremony

Cpl. Stephen J. Holland II — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:23:39 GMT

A joint repatriation ceremony between the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK) was formally

DLA Troop Support launches food management system

Maurice Matthews II — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:10:56 GMT

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support has officially launched Joint Food Management Analytics, a new digital platform to secure, monitor and manage the Subsistence supply chain.

DCMA leader delivers Memorial Day keynote address

Army Reserve Lt. Col. Jason Ruth — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Army Reserve Col. Albert Chin delivered the keynote address at the Glastonbury Memorial Day Ceremony.

DLA Troop Support Academy connects workforce to the warfighter mission

Kendall Swank — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:27:02 GMT

During the Troop Support Academy held May 19-21, nearly 100 newer employees from around the world stepped away from their desks to bridge the gap between their office tasks and the front lines. The three-day event provided a comprehensive overview of the agency’s four main supply chains and staff offices, highlighted by an immersive field trip to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey, where participants saw real-world examples of how the equipment, medical supplies and food they procure directly sustain active-duty service members.

NSWCPD Engineers Use Additive Manufacturing to Modernize Boiler Monitoring System

Steven Infanti — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:20:00 GMT

Engineers at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) are utilizing additive

Maj. Gen. Dan McDonough of Peoria Retires after Nearly Four Decades of Military Leadership

Lt. Col. Bradford Leighton — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:30:16 GMT

Maj. Gen. Dan McDonough, the former Assistant Adjutant General – Air of the Illinois National Guard and Commander of the Illinois Air National Guard, couldn’t possibly list his accomplishments over his almost 40 years of distinguished military service.

Carrying the Torch: 815th Airlift Squadron Assumes Airlift Mission in Africa

Air Force Master Sgt. Carlin Leslie, 406th Air Expeditionary Wing — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:18:16 GMT

Airmen assigned to the Minnesota Air National Guard 133rd Airlift Wing concluded a historic deployment to Africa, as airmen assigned to the Air Force Reserve 815th Airlift Squadron, known as the Flying Jennies, are carrying the torch for the next rotation.

Illinois Army National Guard Aviator Wins Gen. Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award

Lt. Col. Bradford Leighton — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:50:01 GMT

Illinois Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer 2 Ethan R. Connor of Huntley, Ill., a UH-60 pilot with Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 106th Aviation Regiment, has been named a recipient of the General Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award. The Department of the Army announced the recipients recently, recognizing Connor as one of only four warrant officers across the entire force — including the regular Army, National Guard and Army Reserve — to receive the honor.

Illinois National Guard's Director of Joint Staff Selected For Key Army Intelligence Role

Pentagon News — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:34:00 GMT

Brig. Gen. Jorge Fonseca, the Director of the Illinois National Guard Joint Staff, has been selected for the dual-hat assignment as the Deputy Commanding General of the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence (USAICoE) at Fort Huachuca, Arizona. The assignment was effective June 1, 2026.

Task Force Civil Affairs Team Conducts Subject Matter Expert Exchange in Libya

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:33:00 GMT

U.S. Army civil affairs soldiers conducted a military-to-military subject matter expert exchange with representatives of the Libyan National Army and the Government of National Unity in Benghazi, Libya.

The Power of Transformational Leadership: CMSgt Retires After 27 Years of Service

2nd Lt. Trenton Fouche — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:08:36 GMT

At his retirement ceremony, Burton’s legacy could be seen across generations, from the family members whose service inspired him years ago to his own daughters, 2nd Lt. Amari Burton and Airman 1st Class Aubrey Burton, both assigned to the 182nd Logistics Readiness Squadron, who now continue the tradition of service in the Illinois Air National Guard.

USS Colorado returns to Fleet from maintenance ahead of schedule, accelerating Pacific readiness

Story by Kenny Jones — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Colorado (SSN 788) completed a scheduled maintenance period at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY & IMF) 29 days ahead of schedule June 10, 2026.

DTRA Acting Director Challenges University Researchers to Architect the Future of National Defense

DTRA PA — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:44:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Lyle K. Drew, acting director of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), delivered a keynote address at the Materials Science in Extreme Environments University Research Alliance (MSEE URA) technical review dinner, June 10.

Illinois National Guard Leaders Welcome 10 New Second Lieutenants During Spring ROTC Commissioning Ceremonies

Pentagon News — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:06:29 GMT

Maj. Gen. Rodney Boyd, The Adjutant General of Illinois and Commander of the Illinois National Guard, and Brig. Gen. Lenny Williams, The Assistant Adjutant General - Army and Commander of the Illinois Army National Guard, recently administered the oath of office to 17 new U.S. Army second lieutenants during two separate university ROTC commissioning ceremonies. This surge in leadership marks a significant addition to the state's forces, as 10 of these newly commissioned officers have chosen to serve their communities and the nation within the ranks of the Illinois Army National Guard.

Smith assumes command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sigonella

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Daveanne Williams — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Navy Cmdr. Aaron K. Smith has assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sigonella, Italy. Located in Sicily, the distribution center serves as a logistics hub supporting U.S. and allied military forces operating across the European and African theaters.

Former CIA supply chain director describes new paradigms in logistics support

DLA Public Affairs — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The era of permissive environments for military and intelligence logistics is ending, and a new era of complex, multi-modal supply chains demands improved risk management and better communication, a former CIA supply chain director told Defense Logistics Agency employees.

U.S. Plans Major Strikes on Iran, Hegseth Says

C. Todd Lopez — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:29:00 GMT

After a busy morning visiting troops in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth traveled back to the U.S. to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., for a meeting with U.S. Central Command leadership, where discussion centered on, among other things, operations planned for Iran.

CAMS shifting to automated verification process, expanding access

Misha King — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:35:00 GMT

The widely used tool evolved over 10 years into a powerful platform spanning multiple functional areas.

DCMA announces Senior Exec assignment

Pentagon News — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:32:00 GMT

Gonzalez brings more than three decades of federal service and leadership experience.

U.S. Prepared for Anything, Hegseth Tells Troops at Guantanamo Bay

C. Todd Lopez — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:22:00 GMT

At Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met with service members for a morning physical training session and also discussed readiness with mission leaders at the installation.

Next General Up

Master Sgt. Charles Johnston — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:59:00 GMT

The New Hampshire Air National Guard has a new commander after a change of command ceremony June 7 at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington. Hundreds of troops and civilian guests filled a base hangar for the promotion of Brig. Gen. Brian Jusseaume and his assumption of command against the backdrop of a KC-46A Pegasus.

33rd Maintenance Squadron Refurbishes Khobar Towers Memorial Sword

Air Force Senior Airman Reagan Hardy — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:37:00 GMT

Airmen assigned to the 33rd Maintenance Squadron revitalized the flaming sword centered on the 33rd Fighter Wing's Khobar Towers Memorial by modifying it to keep the flame burning without environmental disruption.

Proud New American: Spc. Edna Carrena Shares Her Journey To U.S. Citizenship Through Military Service

Pentagon News — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:01:48 GMT

Spc. Edna Carreno is a Soldier in the Illinois Army National Guard’s North Riverside-based 1244th Transportation Company, 198th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 34th Division Sustainment Brigade. In her civilian life, she is in hospitality management as a hotel supervisor. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Relations and is considering enrollment in the Illinois Army National Guard Officer Candidate School.

PACE Spotlight: Joana Marie P. Duran

Paul Turner — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:45:00 GMT

Joana Marie P. Duran is a current member of Pathways to Career Excellence Group 50, which began in 2025. For her second year in PACE, she will work in the Contracting directorate at DLA Disposition Services’ Battle Creek headquarters.

Army Astronaut Selected for NASA's Historic Artemis III Mission

Ronald Bailey, U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:58:00 GMT

Army Col. Frank Rubio, assigned to the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, will serve as a mission specialist on an upcoming NASA Artemis III mission.

Colorado National Guard mass casualty teams partner for NATO exercise

Colorado National Guard Public Affairs — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:01:00 GMT

Nearly two dozen members of the Colorado National Guard Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Enhanced Response Force Package (CERF-P), Civil Support Team, and 140th Medical Group, 140th Wing are participating in NATO exercise 2026, in Estonia June 8 to 20.

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Pentagon News — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:31:00 GMT

See it, report it, fix it: Why near-miss reporting drives mission success

Tina Carroll — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Every day, across our global network of Distribution Centers, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution executes a mission critical to the readiness and lethality of the American warfighter. Whether you are operating Material Handling Equipment, palletizing materiel or processing shipments, your work directly supports our national defense. It is a mission that accepts no substitute for excellence, and excellence begins with safety.

DLA Rapid Deployment Teams validate readiness during joint exercise

DLA Public Affairs — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

For most Defense Logistics Agency employees, supporting the global supply chain happens from an office or a warehouse. But when a natural disaster, humanitarian crisis or military operation demands immediate, on-the-ground support, the agency turns to its Rapid Deployment Teams.

JBSA conservation law enforcement officers seek public's assistance in identifying person of interest at JBSA-Camp Bullis

Pentagon News — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Joint Base San Antonio conservation law enforcement officers are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest observed in a restricted training area at JBSA-Camp Bullis during the 2025 government shutdown.

Army Reserve Medical Command, Theater Lead Agent for Medical Materiel medical logistical relationship crucial for success

Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Hernandez — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT

U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers in and around the organizational umbrella of the Pinellas Park, Florida-based Army Reserve Medical Command have been synchronizing efforts with the U.S. Air Force to conduct pre-check inventory packing, or PCIP, and transportation of medical materiel and other relevant supplies with the Theater Lead Agent for Medical Materiel, or TLAMM, at Joint Base San Antonio-Kelly Field Annex this past year.

Autonomous Narrative Warfare: Engaging Agentic AI Within the Cognitive Battlespace

Dr. Elise Annett and Dr. James Giordano — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:54:00 GMT

Cognition is becoming a focal domain of strategic competition of the twenty-first century battlespace.

Richmond helps shape how DLA welcomes new employees

Natalie Skelton — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:26:00 GMT

Every employee remembers their first day: The unfamiliar faces, the paperwork and the anticipation that comes with joining a new organization.

Agile logistics in action: DLA Distribution Yokosuka delivers time-sensitive solution in support of Navy operations

Cmdr. Daniel Maldonado III — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:06:27 GMT

Demonstrating the agility, expertise and operational readiness required in today’s contested logistics environment, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Yokosuka, Japan, recently spearheaded a critical joint logistics enterprise effort supporting current operations through the rapid execution of a non-traditional cargo movement involving hundreds of pallets of high-priority Navy Transportation Priority 2 requirements.

From the Philippines to the Basketball Courts: Basketball Isn’t Just a Sport, it’s Life

Cpl. Diana Salgado, War Media Activity — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:52:31 GMT

For U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Vinny Ortega, basketball wasn’t just a sport; it was a way of life. A passion that shaped who he is today. Growing up in the Philippines, he played with dedication and believed that the game was more than just a game, it was like a religion. “Basketball is everything to me,” Vinny says, “it’s like a game of life, pretty much.” His love for the sport followed him across the world, shaping his character and opening doors he never expected.

U.S., Honduran forces strengthen intelligence partnership during exchange in Tegucigalpa

Staff Sgt. Ethan Sherwood — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:26:49 GMT

U.S. service members assigned to Joint Task Force-Bravo conducted a subject matter expert exchange with Honduran counterparts from May 19-21 at the Dirección de Información Estratégica, reinforcing bilateral cooperation and advancing intelligence capabilities.

LCF-24 Conducts Simultaneous Joint Air and Sea Operations, Showcasing Advanced Capabilities in the Caribbean

Capt. Shawn Doublet — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:22:13 GMT

Littoral Combat Force 24 (LCF-24) demonstrated its operational versatility and joint-force interoperability June 4, 2026, executing two highly complex, concurrent training missions spanning from the flight deck of the USS Fort Lauderdale(LPD-28) to the shores of Cuba.

War Department Leaders Observe Kansas City's Counter-Drone Preparations Ahead of World Cup

Army Lt. Col. Adam Scher, Joint Interagency Task Force 401 — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:19:00 GMT

Joint Interagency Task Force 401 continues to share knowledge and best practices with World Cup host cities for countering illicit unmanned aircraft systems.

JROTC Cadets Build Leadership Skills at Camp Gruber

Sgt. Danielle Rayon — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:21:00 GMT

Eighty Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets from eight schools across Oklahoma gathered at Camp Gruber Training Center, May 26-30, 2026, to sharpen their leadership skills, build teamwork and challenge themselves through hands-on military training during the annual JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge.

Leadership of large-scale mission set changes hands

Matthew Mahoney — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:47:00 GMT

Army Lt. Col. Brandon S. Ebel relinquished command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Anniston, Alabama, to Army Lt. Col. Nick Taylor at a ceremony presided over by Army Brig. Gen. Kevin L. Cotman, commanding general, DLA Distribution, June 6. The event also served as a retirement ceremony for Ebel, acknowledging and honoring his 24 years of service in the U.S. Army.

Carderock Supports Marine Corps New Mobile Manufacturing Capability for Forward-Deployed Marines

Alisha Tyer, NSWC Carderock Division Public Affairs — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:38:36 GMT

In environments where distance can delay routine repairs, Marines traditionally rely on supply

VNG supports D-Day anniversary ceremony in Bedford

Mike Vrabel | — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:21:25 GMT

Virginia National Guard senior leaders and Soldiers participated in the 82nd D-Day Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony June 6, 2026, at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia. The event also marked the 25th anniversary of the memorial’s existence.

Carderock Mechanical Engineer Inspires Next Generation Through STEM Outreach Rotation

Brittny Odoms, NSWC Carderock Division Public Affairs — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:40:16 GMT

For David Bernard, a mechanical engineer at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division,

Cognitive Warfare at the Crossroads: Defining and Developing Capabilities

Robert Schmidle, James Giordano — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:05:00 GMT

To date, there continues to be some discussion, including essays that have appeared in this forum, as to whether and to what extent cognitive warfare represents anything other than psychological operations (PSYOPS) with more sophisticated tools and methods, or if it actually is a unique and evolving domain of combat.

DCSA announces 2026 Virtual Security Conference

Cashmere He — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:53:00 GMT

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) will host the 2026 Virtual DCSA Security

104th Fighter Wing Strengthens Regional Medical Readiness With Multiday Emergency Decontamination Course

Air Force Airman 1st Class Ellen Ozkaptan, 104th Fighter Wing — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:51:00 GMT

The Massachusetts National Guard's 104th Fighter Wing Medical Group enhanced regional medical readiness by hosting the Air Combat Command Emergency Decontamination Course at Barnes Air National Guard Base, the first time the Air National Guard has hosted a remote training team for the course.

Eisenhower School students trade classrooms for cargo ports during industry study

DLA Public Affairs — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

While classroom study provides a foundation for understanding logistics, fully grasping the depth and volatility of global supply chains benefits from firsthand, real-world exposure.

DLA honors newest PACE graduates in hybrid ceremony

Dorie Heyer — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:22:14 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Human Resources conducted a hybrid graduation ceremony to recognize graduates of the Pathways to Career Excellence program at Defense Supply Center Columbus, Ohio, and Defense Distribution Center, Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, June 1.

JBSA launches My Army Post App to improve access to installation services

Summer Shuler — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:56:00 GMT

Joint Base San Antonio has launched the My Army Post App, or MAPA, a new mobile platform designed to provide service members, civilians, retirees and family members with easier access to installation information and services.

Navy Establishes NSA Stirling in Australia

Commander, Naval Forces Japan — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:26:00 GMT

The Navy established Naval Support Activity Stirling in Perth, Australia, to provide essential services and community infrastructure for American personnel and families stationed there as part of the trilateral AUKUS security partnership.

183rd RTI, Tajiks conduct patrolling exchanges in Tajikistan, Virginia

Mike Vrabel | — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:16:55 GMT

Virginia Army National Guard Soldiers conducted an urban patrolling operations exchange with members of the Tajik military in May both in Tajikistan and at Fort Pickett.

USFJ hosts first Northeast Asia International and Operational Law Conference in Japan

Staff Sgt. Skyler Combs — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:04:37 GMT

The U.S. Forces Japan Staff Judge Advocate’s office and the Tri-Command Office of the Judge Advocate co-hosted the 2026 Northeast Asia International and Operational Law Conference May 19-21, at the New Sanno Hotel in Tokyo, Japan.

My DCMA Deployment: Christina Nguyen, quality assurance specialist

Sarah Gauvin — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Christina Nguyen started her journey with DCMA in 2024.

Looking Forward

NHNG Public Affairs — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:42:00 GMT

For the second time in six years, New Hampshire Army National Guard’s mountain infantry company is deploying to the Middle East in support of Operation Spartan Shield.

Hegseth Commemorates 82nd Anniversary of WWII Allied Invasion at Normandy

Matthew Olay — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:06:00 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth traveled to the Normandy American Cemetery in France for the second consecutive year, where he delivered remarks honoring the approximately 160,000 Allied troops — 73,000 of them Americans — who landed at Normandy on June 6, 1944.

JBSA fire officials urge vigilance during South Texas summer heat

Summer Shuler — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:05:00 GMT

As temperatures rise and dry conditions persist across South Texas, Joint Base San Antonio fire officials are reminding residents and military personnel to prioritize fire safety during the summer months.

SIMA San Diego Reestablished to Drive Fleet Self-Sufficiency and Warfighter Readiness

Southwest Regional Maintenance Center Public Affairs — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:35:51 GMT

SAN DIEGO – In a decisive move to restore and expand organic ship repair capabilities, the Navy

Cannon talks circular economy at Supply Chain Alliance

Rob Wieland — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

DLA Disposition Services Director Mike Cannon spoke at a Knowledge Bar and Breakout Session during a symposium hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association in partnership with the Defense Logistics Agency June 2-3.

116th MBCT arrives in Louisiana, begins JRTC rotation

Mike Vrabel | — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:32:11 GMT

The Virginia National Guard’s Staunton-based 116th Mobile Brigade Combat Team are testing their combat readiness during a Joint Readiness Training Center rotation May 31 - July 1, 2026, at Fort Polk, Louisiana.

DFAS Announces "Total Force Pay" Business Line to Enhance Customer Experience

DFAS Corporate Communications — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:03:00 GMT

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) has launched its new Total Force Pay (TFP) business line, a transformation designed to provide seamless, lifelong financial support for the 6.6 million people relying on DFAS for their personal pay.

Washington National Guard Builds Counter-UAS Partnerships Ahead of World Cup 2026

Joseph Siemandel, Joint Force Headquarters, Washington National Guard — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:36:00 GMT

As unmanned aerial systems continue to evolve from recreational tools into potential threats to public safety, critical infrastructure and major public events, the Washington National Guard is positioning itself at the forefront of counter-UAS training and readiness.

Doing business with DLA Troop Support: Leadership answers industry questions at the 'Knowledge Bar'

Kendall Swank — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:22:53 GMT

The global defense supply chain is facing complex, evolving challenges, and the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support is making a direct appeal to industry for partnership. Whether a small business is looking to break into the federal market or an established contractor wants to strengthen its existing ties, DLA Troop Support is actively looking to expand its team to continually improve support for the warfighter.

Maine Air National Guard Surges Support for Operation Epic Fury

Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Andrew Sinclair, 101st Air Refueling Wing — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:07:00 GMT

Air Transportation Function airmen assigned to the Maine Air National Guard's 101st Air Refueling Wing helped move more than 747,000 pounds of cargo and 312 passengers since the start of Operation Epic Fury.

DTRA Technician Awarded for Enhancing Joint Strategic Deterrence Mission

DTRA PA — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:32:37 GMT

A U.S. Navy missile technician assigned to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the nation’s strategic deterrence mission, receiving the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal in a ceremony at Travis Air Force Base on May 20.

DSCC earns top DOW installation award

Pentagon News — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:21:00 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced Defense Supply Center Columbus, Ohio, commanded by Navy Rear Adm. Julie Treanor, is among the recipients of the 2026 Commander in Chief's Annual Award for Installation Excellence.

Posture Statement of General Joshua M. Rudd

Pentagon News — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:49:35 GMT

POSTURE STATEMENT OF GENERAL JOSHUA M. RUDD, USA COMMANDER, UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND BEFORE THE 119th CONGRESS SENATE COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES 28 APRIL 2026

DCMA celebrates teams with more than 250 Years of functional excellence

Luis Delgadillo — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The DCMA Mid-Atlantic team totals 270 years of professional experience.

Important Lodging Update for All U.S. Personnel in Bahrain

Pentagon News — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:21:05 GMT

U.S. military and civilian personnel traveling to Bahrain should not book commercial hotels directly. To meet Force Protection guidelines, book your lodging by emailing standard requests to CLAS@nexweb.org. For urgent lodging requests, call 1-833-644-7378.

DLA Supply Chain Symposium focuses on fortifying partnerships, building a resilient industrial base

Dominique Shelton — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:38:00 GMT

The Defense Logistics Agency, in conjunction with the National Defense Industrial Association, concluded its annual Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition June 3, bringing the two-day event at the Greater Columbus Convention Center to a close.

Readout of Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Meeting with Lieutenant General (Dr.) Nicole Schilling, German Vice Chief of Defense

Pentagon News — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT

General Christopher J. Mahoney, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, met with Lieutenant General (Dr.) Nicole Schilling, Vice Chief of Defense of the German Ministry of Defense, at the Pentagon, 4 June 2026. The leaders discussed the enduring strength of the U.S.-Germany bilateral alliance, which serves as a cornerstone of NATO cohesiveness and transatlantic security.

INSS Hosts Counterparts from Japan's National Institute for Defense Studies (NIDS)

Clint Work — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:27:35 GMT

On Tuesday, 2 June, INSS hosted a group of researchers from Japan's National Institute for Defense Studies (NIDS) and a group of Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) officers from NIDS’ National Security Strategist Studies Program for a research dialogue and general discussion on the US-Japan alliance and broader strategic and security affairs in the Indo-Pacific.

NSWC Indian Head Division Hits Milestone with First-Ever Mk 70 Solid Rocket Motor Cast

NSWC IHD Public Affairs — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:09:24 GMT

Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) recently cast its first-ever regrained

DMA employees at Fort Pickett recognized during appreciation luncheon

A.J. Coyne | — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:54:05 GMT

Maj. Gen. James W. Ring, the Adjutant General of Virginia, Col. Eric Quinn, Fort Pickett garrison commander, and retired Col. Everton E. Nevers, the Virginia Department of Military Affairs Chief of Staff, presented awards to DMA workers during a state employee recognition luncheon May 28, 2026, at Fort Pickett, Virginia.

Colorado National Guard Main Command Post – Operational Detachment deploys to Poland

Colorado Army National Guard Public Affairs — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:23:00 GMT

The Colorado National Guard will host a departure ceremony for 33 Soldiers of the Colorado National Guard’s 1st Infantry Division Main Command Post - Operational Detachment at 11:00 a.m. at the Regional Training Institute auditorium, Fort Carson, Colorado Springs, Colorado, June 7, 2026.

Exercise Red Flag-Alaska Launches Multinational Air Combat Training

Air Force Senior Airman Maria Washler, Regional Media Center - Japan — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Exercise Red Flag-Alaska 26-2 brought together more than 2,100 service members from the U.S. and partner nations for realistic air combat training at Eielson Air Force Base and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

Marine Expeditionary Unit Concludes 10-Month Southcom Deployment

Marine Corps 1st Lt. Cailin Duffy, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:23:13 GMT

Marines and sailors assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit returned to Camp Lejeune, N.C., after a 10-month U.S. Southern Command deployment.

DLA, industry partners convene to enhance readiness, strengthen supply chains

Amy Perry, DLA Weapons Support Public Affairs — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:16:43 GMT

Delivering readiness, building capabilities, and enhancing logistics deterrence were the guiding themes of the first day of the 2026 Defense Logistics Agency Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition June 2. More than 1,300 representatives from industry and government entities attended the two-day event at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, which was hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association in partnership with DLA.

Departure ceremony marks start of VNG fixed wing unit’s mobilization

A.J. Coyne | — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:37:00 GMT

Virginia National Guard Soldiers assigned to the Chesterfield-based Detachment 1, Charlie Company, 2-245th Aviation Regiment, conducted a departure ceremony and officially began their federal active duty May 27, 2026, in Chesterfield, Virginia.

Readout of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine’s Visit to Caracas

Pentagon News — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:53:05 GMT

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine was in Caracas, Venezuela, today for his first official visit to the country.

From Design to Sustainment: Carderock Engineers Share Structural Expertise

Alisha Tyer, NSWC Carderock Division Public Affairs — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:36:04 GMT

When engineers discover structural damage or corrosion on a ship, they must determine whether

New orders, new schools, new beginnings: Managing stress during PCS season

Jessie Hudson — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:30:00 GMT

For many military families, summer means more than vacations and time away from school. It marks the beginning of PCS season, when Soldiers and their families prepare to leave familiar communities and establish new routines at a new duty station.

Top MEDCoE drill sergeants compete at JBSA-Camp Bullis

Melissa Hydrick — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The annual Medical Center of Excellence Drill Sergeant of the Year competition took place at Joint base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, on May 26, 2026. Competitors had to demonstrate the attributes of being highly trained, disciplined and physically fit, embodying the standard of the Drill Sergeant Creed and setting the example for future Soldiers.

Multifactorial Considerations for the Neurocognitive Aspects of Military Operations in Space

James Giordano, John R. Shook, Diane DiEuliis, et al. — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:39:00 GMT

Addressing the physical and psychological realities of the operational theatre and arming those serving in mission command and control roles with sound tenets of national and international security, have always been essential to military professionalism.

From waste to wealth: Getting hands on with DLA e-recycling

Pentagon News — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:20:00 GMT

Pathways to Career Excellence program member Joana Marie P. Duran shares some perspective on a recent field visit in Arizona helping PACERs develop a better understanding of the agency's demilitarization mission.

Army Materiel Command deputy commander returns to DLA Troop Support, highlights supply chain modernization

Kendall Swank — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:05:00 GMT

Army Materiel Command Deputy Commander Lt. Gen. Gavin Lawrence returned to his former command to serve as the keynote speaker for the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Academy and receive a comprehensive operational briefing from current DLA Troop Support Commander Brig. Gen. Sean Kelly.

Virginia remembers fallen at 2026 Commonwealth's Memorial Day Ceremony

A.J. Coyne | — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:05:00 GMT

Virginia’s senior leaders honor service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country at the Commonwealth’s Memorial Day Ceremony May 25, 2026, at the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia. Governor Abigail Spanberger and First Gentleman Adam Spanberger, and retired Maj. Gen. Timothy P. Williams, the Virginia Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs, and his wife Cheryl Williams, placed memorial wreaths to honor the fallen.

METC hosts environmental health, water quality training

Zelideth Rodriguez — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The Medical Education and Training Campus at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, recently hosted environmental health and water quality training to familiarize service members with equipment handling procedures and strengthen operational readiness.

Inspectors General Initiate Coordinated Oversight for Operation Epic Fury

Pentagon News — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:54:00 GMT

The Inspectors General for the Department of War (DoW), Department of State (State), and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), have commenced legally mandated, whole-of-government oversight coordination for Operation Epic Fury (OEF). OEF is the designated mission to dismantle the Iranian regime’s security apparatus and eliminate imminent threats to the United States and its allies.

New video series highlights DLA’s human-AI advantage

Nancy Benecki — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:28:00 GMT

A new four-part video series delves into how the Defense Logistics Agency’s workforce is using artificial intelligence.

Navy Forecasters Keep Typhoon Watch Around the Clock

Jenna Cotherman, Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:08:00 GMT

The Naval Oceanography Antisubmarine Warfare Center in Yokosuka, Japan, provides around-the-clock weather tracking and forecasting to protect Navy ships and military communities from unpredictable Pacific typhoons.

Wrenches to Wings: The Artisan Hands Behind Every Test Flight

Courtney Landsberger — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:41:40 GMT

The 10th Flight Test Squadron pilots test newly rebuilt, non-airworthy aircraft to ensure they are battle-ready before returning them to active service.

Joint Interagency Task Force 401 Conducts Multicommand Counter-UAS Qualification

Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Richmond, 90th Missile Wing — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:34:00 GMT

Airmen participated in a counter-small unmanned aircraft systems firing qualification in partnership with Joint Interagency Task Force 401 at Camp Guernsey Joint Training Center, Wyo.

Senior enlisted advisor reflects on America’s 250th milestone

Tonya Johnson — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

“We have come a long way, and we can only go further together,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Babatunji Akande.

Computer Science Education Propels Jose Medina Medina Into Career Boosting Navy Fleet’s Firepower

Thomas McMahon — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:18:00 GMT

Jose Medina Medina applies his computer science education and experience to helping Sailors defend

Command’s First Other Transaction Agreement Will Shorten Acquisition Prototype Process

Brian Varela — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:08:00 GMT

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD) in California has begun working with

“I Will Make It Legal:” From Palpatine to Article XVI, an Assessment of the Outer Space Treaty’s Withdrawal Mechanism

Todd Pennington — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:22:00 GMT

In "“I Will Make It Legal:” From Palpatine to Article XVI, an Assessment of the Outer Space Treaty’s Withdrawal Mechanism," Todd Pennington uses a memorable line from Star Wars to explore a serious and largely overlooked question in international space law: what happens if a State withdraws from the Outer Space Treaty?

Medal of Honor recipient watches grandson graduate as a Combat Medic

Bryan Lunn — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:45:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, along with friends, family members and Soldiers, gathered March 15 on MacArthur Parade Field for a moment 16 weeks in the making, the graduation of the Army’s newest 68W combat medics.

DCMA announces Senior Exec assignment

DCMA Public Affairs — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:23:16 GMT

Catanoso will lead the agency’s efforts to secure, modernize and automate its systems.

NSWC Panama City Division, University of Iowa partner on research to better protect sailors

Jeremy Roman, NSWC PCD Public Affairs — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:16:07 GMT

A partnership between NSWC Panama City Division and the University of Iowa is focused on quantifying the physical strain sailors endure while operating in full individual protective equipment. The project is funded by the Naval Engineering Education Consortium (NEEC), which targets the Navy’s technological needs by partnering on research with universities across the U.S., creating opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience alongside Navy engineers at each of 10 Warfare Centers Divisions.

DLA Distribution Europe facility increases operational capability

Dorie Heyer — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:07:56 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe held a ribbon cutting with local elected officials to recognize the soft-opening of the Logistics Distribution Center Europe Annex in Germersheim, Germany, May 27.

Exceptional military health professionals, facilities earn coveted awards

Robert Hammer — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:30:00 GMT

The 2026 Military Health System Conference recognized outstanding military medicine professionals -- including several from San Antonio -- who are “excelling at their craft, rising stars, and innovators, but most of all — they are patriots; they are warriors,” said Dr. Stephen Ferrara, principal deputy assistant secretary of war for health affairs.

Joint Task Force Southern Border Holds Transfer of Authority

Pentagon News — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:28:30 GMT

The 101st Airborne Division transferred authority of the Joint Task Force Southern Border mission to the 1st Armored Division during a ceremony at Fort Huachuca, Ariz.

Philippine, U.S. Forces Conduct Maritime Cooperative Activity

Navy Lt. Sarah Merrill, U.S. 7th Fleet — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:43:00 GMT

The U.S. Coast Guard and the Armed Forces of the Philippines partnered for a joint maritime exercise to strengthen regional cooperation and support a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Second Air Force commander reviews BMT graduation at JBSA-Lackland

Pentagon News — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Matthew Wolfe Davidson, Second Air Force commander, served as the reviewing official for the Basic Military Training graduation ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 28, 2026.

DLA Troop Support fortifies the homeland defense mission

Kendall Swank — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:36:45 GMT

The territorial integrity of the United States rests on a basis of homeland defense. It’s the founding mission of the Department of War and is fortified by the logistical engine of Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support. Today, this commitment is demonstrated across the Western Hemisphere Command, the Theatre Army for U.S. Northern Command and U.S. Southern Command. With thousands of service members now focused on regional defense, this sweeping initiative projects absolute American strength and deters malign actors through an overwhelming physical presence. By aggressively targeting illicit activities, warfighters, federal law enforcement and DLA Troop Support logisticians are sending an undeniable, unified message: the Western Hemisphere is America’s neighborhood, and it will never be a permissive environment for transnational threats.

New Line of Departure app puts lessons learned, tactical insights in Soldiers’ pockets

Jessica H. Brushwood — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Military professionals now have instant access to all Army branch journals through the new Line of Departure app, which currently delivers more than 1,200 professional military articles directly to the field.

Walter Reed, Other Military Hospitals Get 'A' Grade for Patient Care

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:10:03 GMT

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center earned an "A" hospital safety grade from Leapfrog Group for spring 2026, the fifth consecutive six-month cycle it has earned the grade.

Carderock Outreach Team Sparks STEM Curiosity at SEED School Tech Day

Aaron Thomas, NSWC Carderock Public Affairs — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:30:45 GMT

The future of the U.S. Navy fleet depends on the innovators of tomorrow. This reality drove an

INSS Participates in Seoul Conference on Nuclear Dynamics on the Korean Peninsula

Jeffrey Mankoff — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:26:00 GMT

On 22 May, INSS Distinguished Fellow Jeffrey Mankoff participated in the Evolving Nuclear Dynamics on the Korean Peninsula conference in Seoul, South Korea.

UTD/CTD for MAP/CAP 35-26(I), Update DoD Text to DoW in Ch. 2 and Miscellaneous Corrections

Pentagon News — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:06:00 GMT

This item This item updates the JTR language from “Department of Defense,” “DoD,” “Secretary of Defense” to “Department of War,” “DoW,” “Secretary of War.” This change is to ensure compliance with the administrative and operational mandates established by Executive Order 14347 which directs the use of “Department of War” across all official correspondence, internal policy manuals, and administrative documentation. This item also corrects miscellaneous grammatical errors, renumbers listed expenses in Table 2-24a and Table 2-24b. Effective June 1, 2026.

2026 MHS Conference Keynote Speaker Thanks Military Medicine for His Recovery

Andrew Ortuzar, MHS Communications — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:42:00 GMT

Medal of Honor recipient retired Army Capt. Florent Groberg shared his powerful story of combat survival, mental health recovery and leadership at the 2026 Military Health System Conference in Dallas.

DLA Troop Support honors almost a century of federal service at retirement ceremony

Christian Deluca — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

With nearly a century of combined service, three civilian employees from the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support were honored during a joint retirement ceremony May 28, bidding farewell to careers marked by profound change, steadfast dedication and selfless service.

CTD FOR CAP 38-26(I), “Update Relocation Income Tax Allowance for Intelligence Community Employees”

Pentagon News — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:51:00 GMT

UTD/CTD FOR MAP/CAP 35-26(I), “Update DoD Text to DoW in Ch. 2 and Miscellaneous Corrections"

Pentagon News — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:46:00 GMT

Historic Army South inactivation paves way for U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command

Pentagon News — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

U.S. Army South, also designated as Sixth Army, officially cased its colors during an inactivation ceremony at Trinity University’s Laurie Auditorium on May 29. This transition marks a significant step in a historic modernization effort that consolidates three former commands into a single, unified four-star operational headquarters: the United States Army Western Hemisphere Command.

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PaCER Spotlight: Brandon Anderson

Pentagon News — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Brandon Anderson is a recent graduate of the Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Columbus) Pathways to Career Excellence program. He started his PaCE journey in February 2024 and graduated February 2026 as a pre-award contract specialist.

My DCMA: T.J. Reaster, program manager

Tonya Johnson — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

T.J. Reaster started his DCMA career in 2009.

Hegseth Outlines U.S. Vision For Indo-Pacific at Annual Asia Defense Summit

Matthew Olay — Sat, 30 May 2026 02:54:00 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth discussed the strategic vision for the Indo-Pacific region, as it relates to the new National Defense Strategy, during remarks at the annual International Institute for Strategic Studies Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore.

Joint Task Force – Southern Border Conducts Transfer of Authority from 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) to 1st Armored Division

Pentagon News — Sat, 30 May 2026 01:29:41 GMT

The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) transferred authority of the Joint Task Force – Southern Border (JTF-SB) mission today to the 1st Armored Division in a transfer of authority (TOA) ceremony held at Fort Huachuca. Gen. Gregory M. Guillot, commander of U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM), presided over the ceremony.

Colorado Air National Guard’s 140th Wing returns from Indo-Pacific deployment

Colorado Air National Guard Public Affairs — Fri, 29 May 2026 21:14:00 GMT

The Colorado Air National Guard will welcome home deployed service members of the 140th Wing at Buckley Space Force Base, Aurora, Colorado, in early June 2026. Exact time and date are to be determined.

Texas Military Department Partners With Civilian Agencies for 2026 SAREX

Army Capt. Jasmine Mathews, 36th Combat Aviation Brigade — Fri, 29 May 2026 20:58:00 GMT

The Texas Military Department participated in the 2026 Search and Rescue Exercise in San Antonio, May 18-21, 2026, marking 12 years of interagency partnership for this effort.

New hands on the helm of critical distribution center

Matthew Mahoney — Fri, 29 May 2026 18:20:00 GMT

The mantle of command changed hands at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Sigonella, Italy, on May 29 as Navy Cmdr. Renae Renken relinquished command to Navy Cmdr. Aaron Smith at a ceremony presided over by Brig. Gen. Kevin L. Cotman, commanding general, DLA Distribution.

44th Medical Brigade Integrates Drones Into Medical Resupply Operations

Army Sgt. Brandon Hocson, XVIII Airborne Corps Public Affairs — Fri, 29 May 2026 18:12:00 GMT

Soldiers assigned to the XVIII Airborne Corps' 44th Medical Brigade are expanding battlefield medical support capabilities by integrating unmanned aircraft systems into medical resupply operations.

CTD for CAP 38-26(I), Update Relocation Income Tax Allowance for Intelligence Community Employees

Pentagon News — Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This item clarifies that an Intelligence Community employee, as defined in 50 U.S.C. §3003, with a permanent change of station is exempt from taxable relocation allowances, effective on or after January 1, 2026.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Military Leaders at the Trinity Site

DTRA PA — Fri, 29 May 2026 15:01:00 GMT

Defense Threat Reduction Agency members MAJ Patrick Benevento and LTC Ted Stephens hosted representatives from DTRA’s Research and Development’s Nuclear Science and Engineering Research Center (NSERC) and 15 service cadets for the annual Memorial Day Trinity site tour at White Sands Missile Range on May 25.

Facilitating Foreign Military Sales for the M139 Volcano System

U.S. Army Capt. Jordan Dawsey, Jesse Cohen, Kerin Nussbaum and Paul Corona — Fri, 29 May 2026 14:55:00 GMT

Advancing security cooperation while reinforcing the military’s dedication to delivering innovative solutions that enhance global defense readiness. The U.S. Army aims to build the capabilities of allies and partners with the M139 Volcano System.

Brunson visits 5th Air Force and U.S. Army Japan

Col. Ryan Donald — Fri, 29 May 2026 04:24:00 GMT

U.S. Army Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command, and U.S. Forces Korea, traveled to Japan on May 20 for engagements with senior U.S. military leaders to advance regional security cooperation and reinforce the alliance posture across Northeast Asia.

DCMA celebrates teams with more than 250 Years of functional excellence

Luis Delgadillo — Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DCMA Pacific Singapore team totals 265 years of professional experience.

Modernizing the Arsenal of Freedom: DoW Awards $9.7B Microsoft Enterprise Agreement to Power Global Mission Readiness

Pentagon News — Fri, 29 May 2026 01:02:35 GMT

Cementing the digital infrastructure required to build enduring advantages and deter near-peer

War Department Signs $9.7B Technology Deal With Dell for Microsoft Services

C. Todd Lopez — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:03:00 GMT

The War Department signed a $9.7 billion, five-year enterprisewide contract to purchase Microsoft Services, a move expected to save the department an initial $422 million annually.

Colorado National Guard shifts to year-round wildfire posture amid record low snowpack

Staff Sgt. Josiah Pugh — Thu, 28 May 2026 19:32:00 GMT

Following a winter marked by record-low snowpack and persistent drought, the Colorado Army National Guard is shifting its focus from a seasonal schedule to a year-round mission to fight the state’s growing wildfire threat.

NAVSEA Discovery Team Advances Shipyard Maintenance Innovation

Brittny Odoms, NSWC Carderock Public Affairs — Thu, 28 May 2026 17:35:00 GMT

The NAVSEA Discovery Team is helping drive innovation across the Navy’s public shipyards by

Basic Defender Course students train over obstacles

Joshua Garcia — Thu, 28 May 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Students with the 343rd Training Squadron Basic Defender Course had to communicate with each other on when they were set in place to provide security allowing their wingman to move forward and tackle the obstacle.

Canine therapist visits METC students

Pentagon News — Thu, 28 May 2026 14:35:00 GMT

In recognition of Nurse Tech Week earlier this month, students and staff in the Medical Education and Training Campus' Air Force Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice course at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, took a break from training to visit with Bowser the Therapy Dog, accompanied by his handler and owner, AMSA instructor Staff Sgt. Jacklyn Cordaro, on May 8.

DLA hosts orientation course to strengthen nuclear mission readiness

DLA Public Affairs — Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Defense Logistics Agency’s nuclear mission has no margin for error, and it is a mission the agency supports every day. To ensure DLA personnel understand their role in that mission, the DLA Nuclear and Space Enterprise Office hosted the Nuclear Enterprise Orientation Course May 19-20 and 21-22. The two-day classified course provided an executive-level overview of the Air Force nuclear enterprise.

Personal Property Activity Expands PCS Support Across Joint Force

Air Force Staff Sgt. David Phaff, Personal Property Activity — Thu, 28 May 2026 11:56:42 GMT

Now that peak permanent change of station season is underway, the Personal Property Activity is providing tips and operating a 24/7 call center until Sept. 15 to ensure support is available for service members and their families preparing for a PCS.

Marines refine long-range fires at Camp Fuji

Staff Sgt. Skyler Combs — Thu, 28 May 2026 01:39:00 GMT

U.S. Marines from the 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, executed a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) live-fire event on May 20, 2026 at Camp Fuji, Japan. Utilizing equipment and ammunition transported by air and sealift, the exercise highlighted the joint capability to rapidly resupply HIMARS while operating in the challenging terrain of the East Fuji Maneuver Area. Adjacent to Camp Fuji’s Combined Arms Training Center, the site also offered Marines the opportunity to practice skills essential for maintaining a lethal, agile and credible force.

DLA Disposition Services engages with industry partners

Abraham Essenmacher — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services hosted a two-day event, bringing together government and industry leaders in Battle Creek, Michigan, May 20 and 21.

Moody Air Force Base Installs Refueling Probe, Improves Efficiency

Air Force Airman 1st Class Rachel Howell — Wed, 27 May 2026 19:44:11 GMT

Airmen assigned to Moody Air Force Base, Ga., installed the base's first air refueling probe on an A-10C Thunderbolt II subsonic attack aircraft, enhancing its ability to support combat search and rescue and close-air support operations.

Hegseth Praises U.S. Military Efforts to Protect Nigerian Christians From ISIS

Matthew Olay — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:52:00 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth praised recent efforts the U.S. military has made to counter the Islamic State and its ongoing murder of Christians in Nigeria.

Sword 26: Cyber Defenders Train in Estonia, Secure Critical Infrastructure

Army Capt. Victoria Connell, Multi-Domain Command – Europe — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:37:00 GMT

U.S. soldiers and National Guard cyber professionals trained with members of the Estonian Defense Forces to defend the networks that modern societies rely on daily during a Sword 26 simulated exercise.

Strengthening industrial base focus of symposium, matchmaking signups open May 28

Stefanie Hauck — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:36:00 GMT

Strategic dialogue and collaboration aimed at strengthening the defense industrial base will take center stage at the annual Defense Logistics Agency Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition, June 2-3, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

NSWC IHD COMSEC Team Reduce Software Upgrade Time Almost 90% Using CHIMERA, Win DON Information Superiority Excellence Award, NAVIFOR Big Ideas Challenge

NSWC IHD Public Affairs — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:40:00 GMT

The Communications Security (COMSEC) team at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC

Navy Leaders Emphasize Speed and a Unified Digital Ecosystem at the 2026 Digital Warfighting Symposium

NSWC Carderock Public Affairs — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:38:20 GMT

Navy leaders joined academia and industry representatives at the Department of the Navy Digital

US Army meets FY26 recruiting goals

Pentagon News — Wed, 27 May 2026 16:30:00 GMT

The U.S. Army has met its fiscal year 2026 recruiting goals for active duty, signing contracts with more than 61,500 future Soldiers – four months before the end of the fiscal year.

DLA Energy Indo-Pacific South-West changes command

Stephanie P. Abdullah — Wed, 27 May 2026 16:10:00 GMT

Navy Cmdr. Justin Gay assumed command of the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Indo-Pacific South-West from Navy Capt. Scott McCarthy during a change of command ceremony held May 15, 2026, at the Sunrise Conference Center on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Navy Rear Adm. George Bresnihan, DLA Energy commander, presided over the ceremony.

Army names next-generation assault aircraft ‘Cheyenne II'

Sgt. Tien-Dat Ngo — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT

The U.S. Army announced that its next-generation multi-role vertical lift aircraft, the MV-75 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft, will carry the Native American name “Cheyenne."

Army and industry make significant strides on building supply chain resiliency

Pentagon News — Wed, 27 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT

The Army, in partnership with industry and academia, is breaking through historical barriers to develop alternate sources of supply and give Soldiers the ability to repair their equipment anywhere around the globe.

My DCMA: Ollie Perry, industrial specialist

Tonya Johnson — Wed, 27 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Ollie Perry joined the agency eight years ago.

Coast Guard Commissions 62nd Fast Response Cutter Honoring 9/11 Hero

Tue, 26 May 2026 21:39:00 GMT

The Coast Guard commissioned its newest fast response cutter, the Vincent Danz, for official entry into its service fleet during a ceremony in New York City.

Air Force chaplain brings unique faith perspective to 140th Wing

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eliana Raspet — Tue, 26 May 2026 21:35:00 GMT

Spiritual readiness is a key component of mission effectiveness, and, for U.S. Air Force Maj. Brett Campbell, that mission begins with meeting Airmen where they are—regardless of faith background.

Pennsylvania Guard Shapes Army's Extended Basic Leader Course

Army Sgt. 1st Class Shane Smith, 166th Regiment - Regional Training Institute — Tue, 26 May 2026 19:19:00 GMT

National Guardsmen assigned to Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa., are leading the validation effort for the Army's expanded basic leader course, refining the curriculum before it is implemented forcewide later this year.

INSS Participates in ASCEND 2026 Panel Discussion

Todd Pennington — Tue, 26 May 2026 19:09:00 GMT

Mr. Todd Pennington, INSS Senior Fellow for Space Strategy and Policy, was a panelist at ASCEND 2026, the American Institute for Aeronautics and Astronautics' annual conference on spacepower.

PRESS RELEASE: Service member assigned to Joint Base San Antonio dies in off-base vehicle crash

Pentagon News — Tue, 26 May 2026 19:07:00 GMT

A service member assigned to Joint Base San Antonio died May 25 following a traffic accident.

District of Columbia National Guard Unveils Freedom 250 Patch

Army Sgt. Sherald McAulay, Joint Task Force District of Columbia — Tue, 26 May 2026 17:47:00 GMT

District of Columbia National Guard leaders introduced a new assignment patch, honoring America's 250th birthday and recognizing the National Guard's support of key events in the nation's capital.

DCMA commander addresses military enlistee seniors

Eric Kowal — Tue, 26 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Army Col. Deanne Ojeda, DCMA Springfield's commander, delivered remarks to high school graduates and their family members.

Gold Star Spouse Turns Grief Into Advocacy

Army Maj. Wes Shinego — Mon, 25 May 2026 22:11:00 GMT

At Charlotte, N.C., Motor Speedway, the Coca-Cola 600 was everything it is supposed to be: horsepower, heat, noise and 600 miles of punishment. It was also remembrance, with each car carrying the name of a fallen service member.

On Memorial Day, Commander in Chief, Secretary of War, Honor Nation's Fallen

C. Todd Lopez — Mon, 25 May 2026 20:39:00 GMT

The U.S. will soon mark its semiquincentennial — 250 years as a nation. It's a big milestone, said President Donald J. Trump, but not one that could have been achieved without more than 1 million service members having given their lives to the nation.

Hegseth Tells West Point Cadets They Are Ready to Lead

C. Todd Lopez — Sat, 23 May 2026 19:22:00 GMT

Speaking at Michie Stadium in West Point, N.Y., Secretary of War Pete Hegseth assured the 2026 U.S. Military Academy graduates that they have both his and the president's trust.

New Temporary Exhibit Takes Visitors “Behind the Fenceline”

Pentagon News — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:20:00 GMT

We’ve all heard the nickname, "No Such Agency." The NSA has been shrouded in mystery since its inception, sometimes overshadowed by its more famous siblings, the FBI and CIA. But many people in the public ask, “What exactly does the NSA do?”

This one-of-a-kind exhibit uses artifacts gathered from the Agency’s spaces to take people, “Behind the Fenceline.”

Decoding a Nation: 250 Years of American Secrets

Pentagon News — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Now on display, the National Cryptologic Museum is highlighting the unlocking of secrets for 250 Years.

For Old Guard Soldiers, 'Flags In' Is a Personal Mission

Courtesy of Arlington National Cemetery — Fri, 22 May 2026 15:59:00 GMT

Soldiers assigned to the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment honored America's fallen heroes ahead of Memorial Day by placing a U.S. flag in front of each headstone and columbarium column at Arlington National Cemetery and at the United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery.

MICC kicks off 2026 small business engagement, offers one-on-one sessions

Tish Williamson — Fri, 22 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command kicked off its 2026 Advanced Planning Briefing for Industry May 18, bringing together contracting professionals, small business representatives and industry partners for a weeklong engagement focused on transparency, innovation and Army readiness.

NUWC Division Newport hosts Memorial Day ceremony honoring 34 deaths in the line of duty

NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs — Fri, 22 May 2026 14:37:00 GMT

On the morning of Oct. 25, 1941, Alexander MacLellan Jr., a research expert at the Naval Torpedo Station in Newport, sat in the passenger seat of a plane set to perform tests on a torpedo release mechanism. Such flights had become routine for MacLellan over the course of his 25-year career, though this would be his last ...

DLA leaders celebrate successes, roadmap the future during town hall

Nancy Benecki — Fri, 22 May 2026 13:53:00 GMT

Artificial intelligence will continue to be a key factor in the future of the Defense Logistics Agency, but its people will remain in the driver’s seat, the agency’s leadership said during a town hall at the agency’s headquarters May 20.

MICC Contracting Leader Course provides insight for future leaders

Jose E. Rodriguez — Fri, 22 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Principals from throughout the U.S. Army Mission and Installation Command attended a recent course designed to prepare new and incoming commanders, sergeant majors, office directors, and division chiefs to effectively run a MICC contracting office and battalion.

EMS Week spotlight: Bryce Saxon

DLA Weapons Support (Columbus) Public Affairs — Fri, 22 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Editor’s Note: May 17-23 is National Emergency Medical Services Week. In honor of this year’s theme, “Improving Outcomes, Together,” we are presenting a series of spotlights focused on the firefighter/paramedics and firefighter/EMTs who serve as first responders for DLA Weapons Support (Columbus) and Defense Supply Center Columbus.

DCMA celebrates teams with more than 250 Years of functional excellence

Luis Delgadillo — Fri, 22 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DCMA Missiles Tucson team totals 255 years of professional experience.

War Department's 'Patriot Pipeline' Flows Talent to Arsenal of Freedom

C. Todd Lopez — Thu, 21 May 2026 22:55:00 GMT

While testifying before the Senate Armed Services Committee's personnel subcommittee, Anthony J. Tata, the undersecretary of war for personnel and readiness, said the department has established Project Patriot Pipeline, an initiative to unify dozens of training and workforce development programs.

Top Special Ops Civilian Recounts Successes, Lays Out Vision for Future

Matthew Olay — Thu, 21 May 2026 22:48:00 GMT

Derrick Anderson, assistant secretary of war for special operations and low-intensity conflict, closed out the Special Operations Forces Week 2026 convention by underscoring the SOF community's recent successes and articulating his plan to prioritize five areas.

Special Ops Conference Discusses Optimizing Human Performance

Matthew Olay — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:48:00 GMT

During the Special Operations Forces Week convention, experts stressed that early health checks, artificial intelligence tracking and family support are vital to protect operators before problems worsen.

Success at LIFT: Separator Plates for Fuel Cells to Power Unmanned Aerial Systems

Rebecca Ward, OSW ManTech — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:15:00 GMT

The whole is greater than the sum of its parts, but when a single component fails, the entire system can be compromised, and sourcing a suitable replacement becomes a formidable challenge. This was the situation faced by the Military Services when a foreign adversary acquired the manufacturer of a critical fuel cell component for unmanned aerial systems (UAS). To address the supply chain gap, the Department of War Manufacturing Technology Program (DoW ManTech), in collaboration with LIFT – one of the DoW Manufacturing Innovation Institutes – and Northwest UAV, launched a pilot production line for fuel cell separator plates. The separator plate pilot project has now completed at LIFT and is ready to transition to commercial production.

Colorado Air National Guard and Colorado Army National Guard to conduct Memorial Day flyovers to honor our fallen

Colorado National Guard Public Affairs — Thu, 21 May 2026 18:45:00 GMT

F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft from the 140th Wing, Colorado Air National Guard, will conduct a series of flyovers across the state in honor of Memorial Day.

Engineer Rotates Into STEM Outreach at Carderock

Brittny Odoms, NSWC Carderock Division Public Affairs — Thu, 21 May 2026 18:40:00 GMT

BETHESDA, Md. — Erin Ripley, a mechanical engineer with Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock

New host, high jungle maneuvers focus for Western Hemisphere Command infantry exercise Southern Vanguard

Staff Sgt. Zoe Morris — Thu, 21 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Roughly 30 U.S. and 20 Peruvian Army soldiers and staff got together for the Exercise Southern Vanguard 2026 Mid-Planning Conference at the PERAR Jungle School of El Sauce on May 4-7, 2026.

Air Force chaplains build resilience through trauma response training

Summer Shuler — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:59:00 GMT

Chaplains, religious affairs Airmen and medical personnel assigned to the Expeditionary Medical Support team conducted simulated trauma training May 13 at the Medical Readiness Training Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis.

Give Them Wings, Teach Them to Fly: The Making of a Phoenix Raven

Jewaun McElroy, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Airmen must push through a demanding 28-day qualification course to become one of the Phoenix Ravens, a force tasked with safeguarding aircraft, personnel and critical assets in austere locations where threats may be elevated or unpredictable.

Symbol of Grit Returns, 10th Mountain Division to Wear Crossed Ski Insignia

Army Maj. Geoffrey Carmichael — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:42:12 GMT

Soldiers assigned to the 10th Mountain Division can once again wear the division's historic crossed ski insignia on their Army Green Service Uniform garrison caps, restoring a visual link to the unit's World War II roots and reinforcing the alpine spirit that resonates across the formation.

NSWC Crane Employee Recognized for National Technical Excellence

NSWC Crane Corporate Communications — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:34:55 GMT

An NSWC Crane technology transfer expert was recognized nationally for her efforts to advance

INSIGHT 2026: Drone support dominates annual publication

Thomas Perry — Thu, 21 May 2026 13:48:00 GMT

DCMA manages a critical mission that relies on acquisition expertise, dedication to a service-before-self mindset and a deep knowledge of the defense industrial base.

Retired Combat Vet Rejoins Marine Corps

C. Todd Lopez — Wed, 20 May 2026 23:39:00 GMT

Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Johnny "Joey" Jones reenlisted in the Marine Corps Reserve at the Pentagon, 14 years after being medically retired following the loss of both legs in a 2010 Afghanistan combat deployment.

Senior DOW Tech Official Says Department AI Use Up 1,775% in Past Year

Matthew Olay — Wed, 20 May 2026 22:27:00 GMT

Emil Michael, undersecretary of war for research and engineering and War Department chief technology officer, said that use of artificial intelligence across the department is up by roughly 1.42 million users over the past calendar year.

Senior Special Ops Leaders Discuss Value of Partnerships, Alliances

Matthew Olay — Wed, 20 May 2026 20:55:00 GMT

Senior military special operations forces leaders from the U.S., Sweden and the Philippines participated in a panel about the importance of partnerships and alliances, as part of Special Operations Forces Week 2026 in Tampa, Fla.

Memorial Day: remain mindful of the importance of safety on and off duty

Pentagon News — Wed, 20 May 2026 19:27:00 GMT

Memorial Day is a time for us to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. As we gather with family and friends this holiday weekend, let us also remain mindful of the importance of safety both on and off duty.

War Department's Science Enterprise Maintains Tight Focus on Half-Dozen Key Areas

C. Todd Lopez — Wed, 20 May 2026 18:59:35 GMT

Emil G. Michael, undersecretary of defense for research and engineering and War Department chief technology officer, shared his plan to guarantee U.S. troops always have the tools to win before the Senate Armed Services Committee in Washington.

JIATF 401 Drone Defense Marketplace Broadens Allied Access to Counter-Drone Capabilities

U.S. Army — Wed, 20 May 2026 18:32:00 GMT

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll and key leaders from Australia, Poland and South Korea recently signed agreements enabling each country to procure counter-small UAS technologies through the Joint Interagency Task Force 401 drone defense marketplace.

"Strategic Insights" Moves to Monthly Release

Pentagon News — Wed, 20 May 2026 18:16:00 GMT

Beginning in June 2026, Strategic Insights will shift from a weekly to a monthly release.

Fort Bragg Honors the Fallen During Annual Remembrance Run

Jason Ragucci, Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office — Wed, 20 May 2026 16:48:30 GMT

More than 2,000 soldiers, families and community members came together at Fort Bragg, N.C., for the annual Run, Honor, Remember 5K, an event dedicated to honoring service members who gave their lives in defense of the nation.

Dr. Qimiao Si, Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellow and Harry C. and Olga K. Wiess awarded a Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship for the 2026-27 Academic Year!

Pentagon News — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to Dr. Qimiao Si, Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellow and Harry C. and Olga K. Wiess Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University, on being awarded a Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship for the 2026-27 academic year!

Readout of Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and U.S. Ambassador to Poland Meeting with Polish Defence Leadership

Pentagon News — Wed, 20 May 2026 13:05:00 GMT

General Christopher J. Mahoney, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Thomas Rose, U.S. Ambassador to Poland, met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, as well as General Wiesław Kukuła, Chief of the General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces, during a visit to Poland, 20 May 2026.

Update to DTS Payment Processing System

Pentagon News — Wed, 20 May 2026 11:34:10 GMT

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) system used to process and disburse all Defense Travel System (DTS) payments will be updated on May 21, 2026. Please monitor the status of your travel vouchers and payments during the week of this system transition.

EMS Week spotlight: Skyler Dougher

DLA Weapons Support (Columbus) Public Affairs — Wed, 20 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Editor’s Note: May 17-23 is National Emergency Medical Services Week. In honor of this year’s theme, “Improving Outcomes, Together,” we are presenting a series of spotlights focused on the firefighter/paramedics and firefighter/emergency medical technicians who serve as first responders for Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support (Columbus) and Defense Supply Center Columbus.

Senior Leaders Discuss Recruiting STEM Candidates Into Special Ops

Matthew Olay — Tue, 19 May 2026 22:28:00 GMT

During a panel discussion at the Special Operations Forces Week 2026 convention in Tampa, Fla., a pair of senior SOF leaders discussed how to bring more recruits with science, technology, engineering and mathematics backgrounds into their formations.

Special Ops Convention Convenes Under 'Peace Through Strength' Strategy

Matthew Olay — Tue, 19 May 2026 21:56:00 GMT

More than 29,000 members of the military's special operations forces community and the public converged in person on Tampa, Fla., and virtually to kick off Special Operations Forces Week 2026.

Virginia National Guard celebrates 419 years of service

Mike Vrabel | — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:53:00 GMT

The Virginia National Guard celebrated its 419th birthday May 14, 2026, during a ceremony in Richmond, Virginia. Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger provided remarks, while retired Maj. Gen. Timothy P. Williams, the Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs, read aloud the birthday proclamation.

National Defense Strategy Prioritizes America First, Leader Says

David Vergun — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:43:00 GMT

The U.S. will prioritize theaters with the greatest consequence for national interests and where only American power can play a decisive role, said Daniel Zimmerman, assistant secretary of war for international security affairs, who spoke during a hearing before the House Armed Services Committee.

Capt. Ashley Wright Relieves Capt. Joseph Darcy as NSWC Philadelphia Commanding Officer

Steven Infanti — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:35:00 GMT

Capt. Ashley S. Wright relieved Capt. Joseph Darcy as Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia

DCAA Employees Recognized for Mission Impact at King of Prussia Townhall

DCAA Staff Writer — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:28:03 GMT

Director Desautel recently hosted a townhall at the King of Prussia office focused on connecting directly with employees and reinforcing the agency’s critical role in supporting the Department of War mission.

DCSA updates NISP contractor Continuous Vetting process

Pentagon News — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:06:05 GMT

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has announced important changes to its

From Armor Officer to Educator: Retired Lt. Col. Steven Gagner reflects on service

Sgt. Denis Nunez — Tue, 19 May 2026 17:39:00 GMT

For retired Lt. Col. Steven Gagner, leadership has never been confined to a battlefield, classroom or boardroom. Instead, it has been a lifelong pursuit shaped by service, education and a commitment to helping others grow.

DLA Weapons Support marks leadership transition at Cherry Point

Pentagon News — Tue, 19 May 2026 17:10:40 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support held a Relinquishment of Charge ceremony April 30 at Millers Landing aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point.

Virginia Soldiers endure miles, mud, minimal sleep at Region II Best Warrior Competition

Sgt. 1st Class Terra C. Gatti || Virginia National Guard — Tue, 19 May 2026 17:09:43 GMT

Rain, mud, exhaustion and unrelenting Appalachian terrain challenged Soldiers as they vied for the titles of Best Soldier and Best Noncommissioned Officer during the Region II Best Warrior Competition May 4-7, 2026, at Camp Dawson near Kingwood, West Virginia. Representing the Virginia Army National Guard were Spc. Javan Cooper, an infantryman assigned to the 116th Mobile Brigade Combat Team, and Staff Sgt. Frederic Newton, a recruiter assigned to the Recruiting and Retention Battalion.

Coast Guard's Newest Polar Icebreaker Returns Home Following Arctic Deployment

U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area — Tue, 19 May 2026 17:09:00 GMT

The Coast Guard cutter Storis completed a 36-day Bering Sea deployment to test its capabilities and train for high-risk Arctic missions.

Defeating the Swarm: Project Flytrap Accelerates NATO's Counter-Drone Lethality

Army Sgt. Max Elliott, U.S. Army V Corps — Tue, 19 May 2026 16:50:00 GMT

Project Flytrap 5.0, a U.S. Army V Corps counter-unmanned aerial systems initiative including British partner forces, integrated and tested more than 50 industry-provided technologies to fight and defeat the low-cost drones reshaping the modern battlefield.

Hairston named top Region 2 prevention specialist

Pentagon News — Tue, 19 May 2026 15:37:20 GMT

A prevention specialist in the Virginia National Guard’s Integrated Primary Prevention Workforce is the Region 2 Prevention Specialist of the Year, according to an announcement at the National Guard Bureau’s Integrated Primary Prevention Symposium.

Readout of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine’s Participation in the NATO Military Committee in Chiefs of Defense Session

Pentagon News — Tue, 19 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine participated in the NATO Military Committee in Chiefs of Defense Session (MCCS) at NATO Headquarters in Brussels today.

Wisconsin caregivers explore military mental health and culture

Olivia Sherman — Tue, 19 May 2026 13:41:12 GMT

MILWAUKEE - Approximately 70 attendees gathered at the Medical College of Wisconsin Kerrigan

Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy hosts Family Day for Class 64

A.J. Coyne | — Tue, 19 May 2026 12:50:00 GMT

Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy staff, cadets and their families enjoyed Class 64’s Family Day May 9, 2026, at the State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In addition to spending time with their cadets, family members observed a drill and ceremony demonstration and received the opportunity to meet with CCYA cadre and administrators.

DLA Distribution personnel earn national recognition for logistics excellence

Thomas Zimmerman, DLA Distribution Public Affairs — Tue, 19 May 2026 11:48:10 GMT

Two employees and one Defense Logistics Agency Distribution team received 2026 awards from the National Institute of Packaging, Handling, and Logistics Engineers for their contributions to the logistics field at a banquet during the NIPHLE National Training Event in Oak Ridge, New Jersey, May 6.

Continuous Vetting updates with DISS release 14.5

Pentagon News — Tue, 19 May 2026 11:31:43 GMT

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) implemented a change to the Defense

DLA director outlines data, legacy practices as transformation priorities

DLA Public Affairs — Tue, 19 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly focused on DLA’s transformation efforts and future to ensure the agency keeps pace with the joint force, during an interview on Fed Gov Today May 17.

Culture Spotlight: A Q&A with Elizabeth Kidd

DLA Disposition Services Public Affairs — Tue, 19 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Hi! I’m Elizabeth Kidd; most people call me Liz. I’ve been with the Defense Logistics Agency for a little more than a year and a half, working in Human Resources and Resource Management. Prior to coming to the Federal Government, I worked for private sector organizations. I have 15 years of Human Resources experience, with a focus on employee relations and culture/engagement strategy planning. I have a master’s degree in human resources from Central Michigan University— ‘Fire Up Chips!’

Brunson, STRATCOM Discuss Stronger Nuclear Deterrence in Northeast Asia

Col. Ryan Donald — Tue, 19 May 2026 04:36:00 GMT

Gen. Xavier T. Brunson visited U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) in Omaha, Nebraska, on May 11 to discuss strengthening strategic deterrence in Northeast Asia through enhanced collaboration across the commands and in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.

My DCMA: Cherish Tolbert, Keystone contract administrator

Tonya Johnson — Tue, 19 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Cherish Tolbert joined the agency over a year ago.

Tri-Command Senior Leadership Participate in LANPAC 2026

Sgt. Daniela Lechuga — Tue, 19 May 2026 01:48:22 GMT

Senior leaders from across the United Nations Command (UNC), Combined Forces Command (CFC), and United States Forces Korea (USFK), participated in the 2026 Land Forces (LANPAC) Symposium and Exposition on May 12-13.

Joint Interagency Task Force 401 Awards $500 Million Counter-UAS Contract

Army Lt. Col. Adam Scher, Joint Interagency Task Force 401 — Mon, 18 May 2026 20:09:38 GMT

JIATF 401 awarded a three-year contract with a $500 million ceiling to support enterprisewide counter-unmanned aerial system operations, ensuring that top-tier technologies can be rapidly scaled and sustained in response to evolving threats.

At Fort Campbell, Hegseth Underscores Significance of Purple Hearts, Enlistments

C. Todd Lopez — Mon, 18 May 2026 19:42:00 GMT

During a visit with the 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, Ky., as part of its "Week of the Eagles" celebration, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth administered the oath of enlistment to a handful of screaming eagle soldiers and pinned Purple Heart medals to the chests of nine others.