FEBRUARY 25, 2025 – Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will travel today to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay (NSGB), Cuba.
This will be the Secretary’s first trip to NSGB since his January confirmation.
He will receive briefings on all mission operations at the base, including at the Migrant Operations Center and the Guantanamo Bay Detention Facility.
He will also meet with U.S. service members at the base and aboard the USS Thomas Hudner to thank them for their service and learn firsthand about their experiences at Guantanamo Bay.
Naval Station Guantanamo Bay serves as a forward operating base vital for regional stability and maritime security.
It also facilitates temporary detention of illegal aliens who are pending return to their country of origin or other appropriate destination.
The Secretary’s trip underscores the Department’s commitment to ensuring the security and operational effectiveness of Guantanamo Bay Naval Station and provides an opportunity to engage with the dedicated service members and personnel who play a vital role in the base’s mission.