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U.S. Department of Defense

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FY 2024 Defense Budget

The fiscal year 2024 defense budget positions DOD to best support its people and allies through this decisive decade, ensuring the United States is prepared to meet the challenges of today, tomorrow and into the future.

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FY 2024 Defense Budget
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Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on Feb. 24.

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Support for Ukraine
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Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds an On-Camera Press Briefing

Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds an On-Camera Press Briefing
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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With Romanian Defense Minister Angel Tîlvăr

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With Romanian Defense Minister Angel Tîlvăr
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Welcomes Romanian Defense Minister Angel Tilvar to the Pentagon

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Welcomes Romanian Defense Minister Angel Tilvar to the Pentagon

From The Services

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Army

Bugle Calls: The Origins of Army Music

Bugle Calls: The Origins of Army Music
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Marine Corps

Women Find Common Purpose in U.S., Korean Marine Corps

Women Find Common Purpose in U.S., Korean Marine Corps
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Navy

Sailors Test Skills in Damage Control Competition

Sailors Test Skills in Damage Control Competition
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Air Force

F-35s Arrive in Japan, Maintain Fighter Presence

F-35s Arrive in Japan, Maintain Fighter Presence
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Space Force

Air, Space Force Leaders Urge On-Time Budget

Air, Space Force Leaders Urge On-Time Budget
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National Guard

Alaska Guard's 'First Scouts' Honored for 1955 Rescue

Alaska Guard's 'First Scouts' Honored for 1955 Rescue

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Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.

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