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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A Marine dressed as Santa Claus hands a child a toy as another child holding a toy watches.

Christmas Cheer

Marine Corps Capt. Michael McDonald, dressed as Santa Claus, participates in Toys for Tots at June Nelson Elementary School in Kotzebue, Alaska, Dec. 5, 2024. The Toys for Tots mission strengthens community ties while sharpening the Marines' readiness for Arctic operations.

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