JULY 9, 2025 - As the United States faces increasingly complex security challenges at its borders and ports of entry, the need for effective, scalable, and safe enforcement tools has never been greater. The Joint Intermediate Force Capabilities Office (JIFCO) resources the development and champions the deployment of non-lethal technologies that provide U.S. personnel with more … [Read more...]
USDA Program Ties Food Security to National Defense
JULY 9, 2025 - The Department of Agriculture announced a new governmentwide, multiprong effort focused on ensuring America's ability to secure its own food supply, in part by eliminating interference from adversarial nations. But the National Farm Security Action Plan isn't just about food or farms. The Defense Department benefits as well. Agriculture Secretary Brooke … [Read more...]
Army Updates Facial Hair Policy
JULY 8, 2025 - The U.S. Army is updating its facial hair grooming policy in an Army Directive that resulted from a force-wide review of military standards. The update reinforces the Army’s long-standing policy that all Soldiers must be clean-shaven when in uniform or civilian clothes while on duty, with temporary exemptions for medical reasons and permanent exemptions for … [Read more...]
USNS Comfort Arrives in Manta, Ecuador
JULY 8, 2025 – The Mercy-class hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) arrived in Manta, Ecuador for the third mission stop of Continuing Promise 2025 (CP 25), July 4, 2025. “We look forward to building upon our relationship with Ecuador through medical care and exchanges, community relations events, and experiencing the vibrant culture of Manta,” said Capt. Ryan Kendall, … [Read more...]
Space Force Unveils International Partnership Strategy
JULY 8, 2025 - The U.S. Space Force released its inaugural International Partnership Strategy July 8, outlining a comprehensive vision for deepening collaboration with allies and partners to ensure a secure, stable and sustainable space domain. The strategy emphasizes the criticality of international cooperation in an increasingly complex and contested space environment. … [Read more...]