Adm. Daryl Caudle assumed the duties as the 34th Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) during an assumption of office ceremony, attended by over 300 Department of Defense (DoD) senior leaders, distinguished guests and families at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington D.C., Aug. 25 The CNO is a member of the Joint Chief of Staff and serves as an advisor to the President of the United … [Read more...]
Trump Wants Specialized National Guard Units for Cities with Crime
AUGUST 25, 2025 - President Donald J. Trump’s historic effort to restore public safety in the nation’s capital has led to unprecedented drops in violent crime, including murders. The President signed an executive order Monday tasking Pete Hegseth with establishing “specialized units” in the National Guard that will be “specifically trained and equipped to deal with public … [Read more...]
Medal of Honor Monday: Seay
AUGUST 25, 2025 - Army Sgt. William Wayne Seay risked his life numerous times to save his comrades as their convoy was ambushed during an important mission in the Vietnam War. He didn't survive the firefight to tell his story, but his selfless actions led to a posthumous Medal of Honor. Seay was born Oct. 24, 1948, in Brewton, Alabama, to Pauline and William Seay. He had an … [Read more...]
U.S., Saudi Arabia Strengthen Ties
AUGUST 25, 2025 – The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expanded its strategic ties with the United States by formally joining the Department of Defense National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program, or SPP, during a ceremony here Aug. 21. Military leaders from both nations signed a declaration to integrate Saudi Arabia into the SPP, aligning the Saudi Arabian Armed Forces with the … [Read more...]
Civilians Can Volunteer for Details to Southern Border
AUGUST 25, 2025 - Defense Department civilians can now apply for details of up to six months with the Department of Homeland Security to help support President Donald J. Trump's priority of securing the southern border. DOD civilians were notified of the opportunity via email Aug. 20. Civilians who would like to contribute to the southern border mission can do so by applying … [Read more...]