APRIL 29, 2025 - Standing in front of a crowd of Soldiers—some his own, some who had come just to support him—then 1st Sgt. Jordan Hoffner wasn’t focused on himself. At a ceremony traditionally reserved for celebrating the achievements of outgoing leaders, Hoffner, a Salem, Oregon native, instead chose to spotlight the hard work of his Soldiers. For Hoffner, success has … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2025
The National Guard in the Indo-Pacific
APRIL 29, 2025 — Lt. Gen. Jon Stubbs, the 23rd director of the Army National Guard, visited the U.S. Army Pacific Command (USARPAC) and the Hawaii National Guard, then traveled to Guam to visit the Guam National Guard, Task Force Talon, Task Force Micronesia and Joint Region Marianas. The trip focused on building relationships and reinforcing the strategic partnership … [Read more...]
USNS Sojourner Truth Christened
APRIL 29, 2025 — Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) newest fleet replenishment oiler USNS Sojourner Truth (T-AO 210), was christened during a ceremony at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego, Calif., last night. The event was attended by Dr. Brett A. Seidle, performing the duties of the Under Secretary of the Navy; Vice Adm. John F. G. Wade, commander, U.S. THIRD … [Read more...]
Marines Field New Air Defense System
APRIL 29, 2025 - U.S. Marines with 3d Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division, deployed to the Philippines in support of Exercise Balikatan 25, scheduled for April 21 to May 9, 2025. During this year’s iteration of the Integrated Air and Missile Defense event (IAMD), one of the six Combined Joint All-Domain Operations events scheduled during Balikatan 25, U.S. Marines with … [Read more...]
Hegseth Orders Review of Medical Standards for Enlistment
APRIL 29, 2025 - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum, April 24, 2025, directing a comprehensive review of medical conditions that disqualify individuals from joining the military. The memo, addressed to senior Pentagon leadership, ensures recruits meet the high physical and mental standards required for service. This initiative responds to concerns about … [Read more...]