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News Stories

Stories from around the Defense Department.

List of News Stories

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Defense Secretary Announces U.S. Forces Japan's Upgrade to Joint Force Command

Defense Secretary Announces U.S. Forces Japan's Upgrade to Joint Force Command
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At Vietnam Wall, Nation Honors Veterans on National Vietnam War Veterans Day

At Vietnam Wall, Nation Honors Veterans on National Vietnam War Veterans Day
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Hegseth Commemorates 80th Anniversary of Battle of Iwo Jima

Hegseth Commemorates 80th Anniversary of Battle of Iwo Jima
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Hegseth Orders Civilian Workforce Realignment in DOD, Reopens DRP

Hegseth Orders Civilian Workforce Realignment in DOD, Reopens DRP
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Congressional Caucus Champions Special Ops Amid Rising Threats

Congressional Caucus Champions Special Ops Amid Rising Threats
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Hegseth Says U.S., Philippines Agree on Plan to Reestablish Deterrence in Indo-Pacific

Hegseth Says U.S., Philippines Agree on Plan to Reestablish Deterrence in Indo-Pacific
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Defense Department Nominees Promise Better Warfighting Tools, Improved Medical Care

Defense Department Nominees Promise Better Warfighting Tools, Improved Medical Care
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Hegseth Brings DOD's Message to Troops on Guam

Hegseth Brings DOD's Message to Troops on Guam
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DOD Support to the Southern Border in Photos, March 27, 2025

DOD Support to the Southern Border in Photos, March 27, 2025
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As Tanker Fleet Modernizes, Time Is Now for Cargo Aircraft Recap

As Tanker Fleet Modernizes, Time Is Now for Cargo Aircraft Recap