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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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Flag Officer Announcements
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General Officer Announcements

General Officer Announcements
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Readout of the 4th U.S. – Uruguay Bilateral Working Group

Readout of the 4th U.S. – Uruguay Bilateral Working Group

From The Services

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Army

Army Deploys First Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon

Army Deploys First Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon
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Marine Corps

Dog Tags Help Family Cherish Marine's Memory

Dog Tags Help Family Cherish Marine's Memory
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Navy

Naval Special Warfare Honors Contributions of Women

Naval Special Warfare Honors Contributions of Women
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Air Force

Leaders Pay Respects at Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Leaders Pay Respects at Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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Space Force

Space Force Completes Dress Uniform Fit Tests

Space Force Completes Dress Uniform Fit Tests
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National Guard

Minnesota Guardsmen Train in Canadian Arctic

Minnesota Guardsmen Train in Canadian Arctic

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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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