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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III shakes hands with a service member in a large room as other troops look on.

Maxwell Greeting

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III meets with service members at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala., Sept. 13, 2024. Austin and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden visited the base and highlighted efforts aimed at improving the quality of life for service members and their families.

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