General Discussion Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks speaks with Stephen S. duMont, president of General Motors Defense, during a visit to GM and Wayne State University in Detroit, Nov. 8, 2021. Hicks traveled to Michigan to deepen relationships, discuss DOD priorities to address future warfighting needs, and reinforce the importance of manufacturing, renewable energy and green technology to U.S. national security. SHARE: Download: Full Size (1.96 MB) Credit: Chad McNeeley. DOD VIRIN: 211108-D-TT977-0262Y.JPG Photo Gallery