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U.S. Department of Defense

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Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane season is from June to November, but preparation, response and recovery are ongoing throughout the year. DOD stands ready with troops, equipment and other capabilities to assist local and federal authorities prepare and provide humanitarian and disaster response support.

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Hurricane Preparedness
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Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on Feb. 24, 2022.

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Support for Ukraine
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Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks Travels to Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division and Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division

Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks Travels to Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division and Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division
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Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at U.S. Transportation Command's Change of Command Ceremony

Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at U.S. Transportation Command's Change of Command Ceremony
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Statement From Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on an Agreement Between Mauritius and the United Kingdom on the Status of the Chagos Archipelago

Statement From Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on an Agreement Between Mauritius and the United Kingdom on the Status of the Chagos Archipelago

From The Services

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Army

Leader Feeds Battalion in Helene Aftermath

Leader Feeds Battalion in Helene Aftermath
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Marine Corps

Troops Handle Exercise Cobra Horizon

Troops Handle Exercise Cobra Horizon
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Navy

Red Lancers, Partners Take On Kakadu

Red Lancers, Partners Take On Kakadu
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Air Force

Airmen Prioritize Base Recovery After Helene

Airmen Prioritize Base Recovery After Helene
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Space Force

Pilot Program to Cover Certain Child Care Costs

Pilot Program to Cover Certain Child Care Costs
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National Guard

Engineers Continue Helene Recovery Efforts

Engineers Continue Helene Recovery Efforts

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Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.

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