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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight

FY 2024 Defense Budget

The fiscal year 2024 defense budget positions DOD to best support its people and allies through this decisive decade, ensuring the United States is prepared to meet the challenges of today, tomorrow and into the future.

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FY 2024 Defense Budget
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Spotlight

Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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Spotlight

Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on Feb. 24.

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Support for Ukraine
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News

Press Products
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On-Camera Press Briefing, 1:30 p.m. EDT, March 30

On-Camera Press Briefing, 1:30 p.m. EDT, March 30
Release |

DOD Announces New Bereavement Leave Benefit for Members

DOD Announces New Bereavement Leave Benefit for Members
Speech |

Opening Testimony by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Before the House Armed Services Committee Budget Posture Hearing (As Delivered)

Opening Testimony by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Before the House Armed Services Committee Budget Posture Hearing (As Delivered)

From The Services

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Army

Sisters Compete in Small Arms Championships

Sisters Compete in Small Arms Championships
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Marine Corps

Marines Train as Marksmen

Marines Train as Marksmen
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Navy

U.S., Japanese Forces Conduct Maritime Exercise

U.S., Japanese Forces Conduct Maritime Exercise
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Air Force

Installation, Mission Support Center Releases Strategic Plan

Installation, Mission Support Center Releases Strategic Plan
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Space Force

Series Tells Stories of Guardians, Airmen

Series Tells Stories of Guardians, Airmen
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National Guard

Guardsmen Participate in Guerrier Nordique

Guardsmen Participate in Guerrier Nordique

Veteran Resource

Interactive Experiences

Multimedia

Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.

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