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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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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant
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Readout of the U.S.-Singapore Mid-Term Defense Review

Readout of the U.S.-Singapore Mid-Term Defense Review
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Department of Defense Celebrates Advancements in Microelectronics Packaging Capabilities

Department of Defense Celebrates Advancements in Microelectronics Packaging Capabilities

From The Services

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Army

Headquarters Building Named After Commander

Headquarters Building Named After Commander
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Marine Corps

Marines Wrap Up Humanitarian Ops Training

Marines Wrap Up Humanitarian Ops Training
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Navy

Sailors Get Physical to Spread Health Message

Sailors Get Physical to Spread Health Message
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Air Force

Airmen Provide a Lift During Training

Airmen Provide a Lift During Training
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Space Force

Space Force Hosts Inaugural Guardian Field Forum

Space Force Hosts Inaugural Guardian Field Forum
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National Guard

Veteran Reunited With Old Friend After 60 Years

Veteran Reunited With Old Friend After 60 Years

Veteran Resource

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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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