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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Two jets are seen flying from a view below, with one above the other and contrails visible from its wings.

Flying High

Navy E/A-18G Growlers fly near the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz in the South China Sea, May 27, 2025.

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