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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

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Standing Watch

District of Columbia National Guard soldiers stand watch in support of Joint Task Force District of Columbia during the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission in Washington, Aug. 16, 2025. Guardsmen are positioned at key locations throughout the city to provide a visible security presence alongside law enforcement partners.

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