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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Two defense leaders stand on opposite sides of a portrait during a ceremony at the Pentagon.

Secretary's Applause

Defense Secretary James N. Mattis applauds after the unveiling of former Defense Secretary Ash Carter's official portrait during a ceremony at the Pentagon, Feb. 2, 2018. DoD photo by Army Sgt. Amber I. Smith

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