Month: October 2024

Analyzing the present, to prepare for the future.

Dual-Status Commander Role Paying Off in North Carolina Storm Relief

The National Guard and active duty troops in North Carolina are working as one team under a dual-status commander to bring relief to citizens of the state.

Austin Marks Anniversary of Hamas Attacks, Reaffirms DOD’s Commitment to Israel’s Defense

One year since the deadly Hamas terrorist attack, the Defense Department remains committed to helping Israel defend itself, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said.

DOD Increases Support for Hurricane Helene Response Efforts

The Defense Department is continuing to increase its support for local, state and federal emergency responders in a massive effort to bring relief to residents impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Brown Highlights Critical Role of Logistics at Transcom Change of Command

Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, underscored the foundational role logistics plays in maintaining the U.S. military’s edge as the world’s foremost fighting force.

Brown Discusses Leadership, Service With Christopher Newport University Students

Building relationships is critical to leading effectively, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., said.

Austin Says DOD Fully Engaged at Home and Abroad

Following a U.S. Transportation Command change of command at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III held a news briefing to provide updates about the Middle East, Hurricane Helene response, Ukraine and the AUKUS partnership.  

Austin Praises Transcom for Enabling DOD to Project Power Globally

U.S. Transportation Command provides the Defense Department with the means to project, maneuver and sustain its forces anywhere in the world, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.

Brown Underscores Commitment to Maintaining Warfighting Edge

Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, underscored the indispensable role the U.S. military plays throughout the globe as he met with the soldiers behind the DOD’s Joint Logistics Over the Shore mission.