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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A group of midshipman candidates stand in a group and raise their right hands.

Oath Keepers

Navy midshipmen candidates recite the oath of office during a graduation ceremony at the Recruit Training Command at Naval Station Great Lakes, Ill., June 23, 2025.

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