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Defense Secretary Holds a News Conference in Alaska

  • Defense.gov
  • July 24, 2021 | 18:42

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III holds a news conference at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, July 24, 2021. This is the first stop on a multi-day trip to visit allies in Asia.