A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II sits on the flight line during exercise PANTHER SHADOW at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, April 21, 2025. The exercise focused on strengthening Agile Combat Employment capabilities with F-35A Lightning II operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zachary Rufus) MAY 6, 2025 - Airmen from the 388th Fighter Wing completed a regional … [Read more...]
Space Force Documentary Screened on Capitol Hill
MAY 6, 2025 - Guardians connected with members of Congress at a special screening of "The U.S. Space Force — America's Invisible Front Line" documentary at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center April 30. The event aimed to help inform lawmakers on the Space Force’s critical role in national security, the growing need for investment and the continued need for additional resourcing of … [Read more...]
Newest Addition to the Fleet Arrives in Norfolk
MAY 6, 2025 – Naval Station Norfolk welcomed the U.S. Navy’s newest vessel USNS Robert E. Simanek (T-ESB 7) to its new home on May 5, after completing its maiden voyage from San Diego, Calif. The event was attended by friends and family, including his daughter, Ann Simanek Clark who serves as the ship’s sponsor. Simanek is named in honor of Private First-Class Robert Earnest … [Read more...]
Deterring China Important for Hemispheric Security
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Peruvian Minister of Defense Walter Astudillo, and Minister of Foreign Affairs Elmer Schialer participate in a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., May 5, 2025. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander Kubitza) MAY 6, 2025 - China poses a threat to people and peace in the region, said Defense Secretary … [Read more...]
Defense Secretary’s First 100 Days
MAY 6, 2025 - Even before arriving at the Pentagon, Jan. 27, 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made clear his vision for reshaping the U.S. military. Just a day after being confirmed by the Senate, the new secretary released a message to the force outlining his plans. Charged by President Donald J. Trump to deliver "peace through strength," Hegseth said he'd accomplish … [Read more...]