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Secretary of Defense Speaks at Pentagon LGBTQ Event

  • Defense.gov
  • June 9, 2021 | 51:29

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III; Air Force Maj. Gen. Leah G. Lauderback, director of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance for the Space Force; and Navy Lt. Kristopher Moore deliver remarks at the 10th Annual LGBTQ Pride event at the Pentagon, June 9, 2021.