The Defense Department provides broad opportunities for service members and civilians alike, but more can be done to increase the diversity of those holding DOD positions, including Hispanic citizens.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is meeting with defense leaders from the Philippines, Japan and Australia while in Hawaii to strengthen bonds among regional allies.
The Defense Department announced an additional $1.1 billion in aid to Ukraine, which will include an array of important warfighting equipment, a senior defense official said during a background briefing.
The United States is an Arctic power, and the Defense Department has established an office to ensure U.S. strategy and policy protects U.S. interests in that crucial region.
Coast Guardsmen and thousands of National Guardsmen from multiple states are in southwest and central Florida to assist communities devastated by Hurricane Ian.
Colin Kahl, the undersecretary of defense for policy, met with high school seniors to discuss his role as the Defense Department's policy head and to engage in national security dialogue with the students as part of a class assignment.
With Hurricane Ian approaching Florida, National Guard troops in the state stand ready to be called into service, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said.
As Alaska National Guardsmen continue to help communities in western Alaska impacted by the remnants of Typhoon Merbok, service members in Florida are preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Ian.
With the aim of providing long-term support to Ukraine, allies and partners recognize the importance of standardizing systems and munitions, the undersecretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment said.
The United States remains unwavering in its support for a strong and independent Philippines that can defend its sovereignty, ensure prosperity for its people and strengthen security in the Indo-Pacific region, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
The partnership between the United States and the Marshall Islands is strong, and the nations have long shared the vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. discussed hypersonic and nuclear threats, modernization and other defense topics during a conference.