FEBRUARY 10, 2025 — U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System, or HIMARS, crews supporting Task Force Voit validated their ability to provide lethal, long-range, accurate fire on the battlefield on NATO’s Eastern flank on Jan. 27, 2025. U.S. Army Soldiers from Able Battery, 3rd Battalion, 321st Field Artillery Regiment, 18th Field Artillery Brigade with Task Force … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2025
DoDEA Teachers Serving Military Families
FEBRUARY 10, 2025 - The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) modified licensure reciprocity in March 2024 to simplify the process for teachers with valid state licenses to work in its schools. Individuals can now use their valid state-issued licenses to qualify for DoDEA teaching positions, helping to bring in more talented educators and better support military … [Read more...]
First Responders and Military Train for Crisis Situations
FEBRUARY 10, 2025 - On February 5, 2025, a multi-agency exercise simulating an active shooter scenario and improvised explosive device (IED) threat took place in Naval Support Activity (NSA) Hampton Roads Iowa Estates. The drill was designed to test the readiness and coordination of various local and federal agencies, enhancing their ability to respond to complex, high-stress … [Read more...]
DHS Secretary Noem Visits Guantanamo Bay
FEBRUARY 10, 2025 – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem visited Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, on Feb. 7 to assess the progress of Operation Southern Guard and meet with personnel supporting ongoing illegal alien holding operations (IAHO). During her visit, Noem met with Department of Defense (DoD) personnel, and representatives from the DHS to … [Read more...]
Pentagon Prioritizes Homeland Defense
FEBRUARY 10, 2025 - During a media interview yesterday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said efforts at the Defense Department include modernizing the nuclear triad and building an iron dome for the U.S., referring to the iron dome that defends Israel against aerial threats. These and other homeland priorities will be reflected in the fiscal year 2026 defense budget and … [Read more...]