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James Capps, information technology facilities manager, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, converses with a coworker as part of an energy resilience and readiness exercise at Marine Corps Air Station New River, Jacksonville, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. The exercise tested not only the resiliency of the infrastructure to support operations without commercial energy, but the resiliency of the uniformed and civilian personnel who live and work on the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Erica S. Padgett)

James Capps, information technology facilities manager, Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, converses with a coworker as part of an energy resilience and readiness exercise at Marine Corps Air Station New River, Jacksonville, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. The exercise tested not only the resiliency of the infrastructure to support operations without commercial energy, but the resiliency of the uniformed and civilian personnel who live and work on the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Erica S. Padgett)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Erica Padgett

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Marine Logistics Group listen to a prayer led by U.S. Navy Lt. Shawn Downey, the chaplain of 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 7, 2026. 8th ESB hosted a public prayer in honor of National Day of Prayer to increase unit cohesion and spiritual readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd Marine Logistics Group listen to a prayer led by U.S. Navy Lt. Shawn Downey, the chaplain of 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 7, 2026. 8th ESB hosted a public prayer in honor of National Day of Prayer to increase unit cohesion and spiritual readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Ramos

A U.S. Marine Corps KC130J Super Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, drops a resupply crate during an air delivery training as part of a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. Combat Logistics Battalion 22 conducted the field exercise to test the battalions combat readiness for the upcoming Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation and set the conditions for successful integration as the Logistics Combat Element for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Veillette)

A U.S. Marine Corps KC130J Super Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, drops a resupply crate during an air delivery training as part of a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. Combat Logistics Battalion 22 conducted the field exercise to test the battalions combat readiness for the upcoming Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation and set the conditions for successful integration as the Logistics Combat Element for the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Veillette)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Veillette

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, picks up an M101 trailer load during a helicopter support team sling load training on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 29, 2026. The training focused on the technical execution of external lift procedures to transport heavy equipment, validating the team’s tactical proficiency and ensuring the unit remains ready to sustain forces in austere, expeditionary environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Payton Walley)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, picks up an M101 trailer load during a helicopter support team sling load training on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 29, 2026. The training focused on the technical execution of external lift procedures to transport heavy equipment, validating the team’s tactical proficiency and ensuring the unit remains ready to sustain forces in austere, expeditionary environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Payton Walley)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Payton Walley

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, race students from the New Bridge Middle School at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, May 1, 2026. The event was designed to foster positive relationships between the military and the local community while giving students a firsthand look at Marine Corps equipment. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Daniel R. Garcia)

U.S. Marines with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, race students from the New Bridge Middle School at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, May 1, 2026. The event was designed to foster positive relationships between the military and the local community while giving students a firsthand look at Marine Corps equipment. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Daniel R. Garcia)

Photo by Cpl. Daniel Garcia

U.S. Marines and NATO allies support Joint Forces Command-Norfolk during a planning conference hosted aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. Strategic collaboration among allies and partners ensures that the joint force remains fully equipped to operate seamlessly in any operational environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dorian Melrath)

U.S. Marines and NATO allies support Joint Forces Command-Norfolk during a planning conference hosted aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 5, 2026. Strategic collaboration among allies and partners ensures that the joint force remains fully equipped to operate seamlessly in any operational environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Dorian Melrath)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Dorian Melrath

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tommy Nguyen, right, with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, demonstrates how to apply a torniquet during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, May 1, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Nguyen is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tommy Nguyen, right, with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, demonstrates how to apply a torniquet during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, May 1, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Nguyen is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron 302 (HMHT) 302, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, lifts a payload during helicopter support team operations training as part of a field exercise near Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. Combat Logistics Battalion 2 conducted the exercise to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Training Squadron 302 (HMHT) 302, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, lifts a payload during helicopter support team operations training as part of a field exercise near Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. Combat Logistics Battalion 2 conducted the exercise to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Sgt. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ishmael Taylor, left, a logistics specialist, and 2nd Lt. Anthony Lindgren, a basic logistics officer, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, walk towards a Humvee during improvised explosive device training as part of a field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. CLB-2 conducted the exercise to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. Taylor is a native of Maryland. Lindgren is a native of Pennsylvania. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ishmael Taylor, left, a logistics specialist, and 2nd Lt. Anthony Lindgren, a basic logistics officer, both with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, walk towards a Humvee during improvised explosive device training as part of a field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2026. CLB-2 conducted the exercise to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. Taylor is a native of Maryland. Lindgren is a native of Pennsylvania. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael Brambila-Pelayo)

Photo by Sgt. Rafael BrambilaPelayo

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Travis Chamberlin, right, commanding officer of Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, speaks with retired Rear Admiral Jonas Wikström during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, May 1, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Chamberlin is a native of Ohio. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Travis Chamberlin, right, commanding officer of Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, speaks with retired Rear Admiral Jonas Wikström during exercise Aurora 26 in Kvarn, Sweden, May 1, 2026. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Chamberlin is a native of Ohio. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brady V. Hathaway)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brady Hathaway

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Tristen Kozlowski, front, a ground electronics transmission systems maintainer with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, fires an M16A4 service rifle while Capt. Greg Jones, a logistics officer with CLB-2, CLR-2, 2nd MLG, supervises during a live-fire range as part of a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 1, 2026. CLB-2 conducted the Battalion FEX to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. Kozlowski is a native of California. Jones is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alfonso Livrieri)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Tristen Kozlowski, front, a ground electronics transmission systems maintainer with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, fires an M16A4 service rifle while Capt. Greg Jones, a logistics officer with CLB-2, CLR-2, 2nd MLG, supervises during a live-fire range as part of a battalion field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 1, 2026. CLB-2 conducted the Battalion FEX to complete training and readiness requirements, sustain company competencies, and enhance operational readiness in support of future mission requirements. Kozlowski is a native of California. Jones is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alfonso Livrieri)

Photo by Sgt. Alfonso Livrieri

U.S. Marines with Maritime Special Purpose Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), fast rope from a Navy MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26, aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) while underway in the Caribbean Sea, April 24, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

U.S. Marines with Maritime Special Purpose Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), fast rope from a Navy MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26, aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) while underway in the Caribbean Sea, April 24, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Cpl. Sharon Errisuriz

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced), 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), prepares to land aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) during flight operations while underway in the Caribbean Sea, April 29, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced), 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), prepares to land aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) during flight operations while underway in the Caribbean Sea, April 29, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Cpl. Sharon Errisuriz

U.S. service members load ordnance onto an F/A-18E Super Hornet during exercise Red Flag-Alaska 26-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 29, 2026.Red Flag-Alaska is a Pacific Air Forces-led exercise designed to simulate complex scenarios in a realistic training environment, providing unique opportunities to integrate joint and coalition forces into multilateral training, enhancing our ability to respond to contingencies in the region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

U.S. service members load ordnance onto an F/A-18E Super Hornet during exercise Red Flag-Alaska 26-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 29, 2026.Red Flag-Alaska is a Pacific Air Forces-led exercise designed to simulate complex scenarios in a realistic training environment, providing unique opportunities to integrate joint and coalition forces into multilateral training, enhancing our ability to respond to contingencies in the region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo

A U.S. Marine Corps rifleman with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), jumps from an obstacle during a water obstacle course event as part of Tres Kolos 26, near Le Francois, Martinique, April 22, 2026. Participation in Tres Kolos 26 enhances interoperability with partner nations, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president's priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine Corps rifleman with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), jumps from an obstacle during a water obstacle course event as part of Tres Kolos 26, near Le Francois, Martinique, April 22, 2026. Participation in Tres Kolos 26 enhances interoperability with partner nations, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president's priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Sgt. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marines Corps Cpl. Jonah Stine, a combat engineer with 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, posts security during a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 25, 2026. Marines built defensive positions to rehearse preparing an engagement area for enemy contact. 2nd CEB participated in a MCCRE to be assessed on unit combat readiness and their ability to execute mission critical tasks in preparation for future operations and deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Michalski)

U.S. Marines Corps Cpl. Jonah Stine, a combat engineer with 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, posts security during a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 25, 2026. Marines built defensive positions to rehearse preparing an engagement area for enemy contact. 2nd CEB participated in a MCCRE to be assessed on unit combat readiness and their ability to execute mission critical tasks in preparation for future operations and deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Michalski)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Michalski

U.S. Marines with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), demonstrate close quarters battle techniques during a bilateral exercise on Naval Base Jaramijó, Ecuador, April 29, 2026. The 22nd MEU (SOC)’s Ecuador bilateral training enhances interoperability with partner forces, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the region in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president’s priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the U.S. homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

U.S. Marines with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), demonstrate close quarters battle techniques during a bilateral exercise on Naval Base Jaramijó, Ecuador, April 29, 2026. The 22nd MEU (SOC)’s Ecuador bilateral training enhances interoperability with partner forces, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the region in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president’s priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the U.S. homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Mitchell

U.S. Marines with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), carry a small boat as part of Tres Kolos 26, at Fort-De-France, Martinique, April 21, 2026. Participation in Tres Kolos 26 enhances interoperability with partner nations, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president's priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

U.S. Marines with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), carry a small boat as part of Tres Kolos 26, at Fort-De-France, Martinique, April 21, 2026. Participation in Tres Kolos 26 enhances interoperability with partner nations, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president's priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Sgt. Maurion Moore

U.S. Marines with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), demonstrate an occupation by force for support by fire during a bilateral exercise on Naval Base Jaramijó, Ecuador, April 27, 2026. The 22nd MEU (SOC)’s Ecuador bilateral training enhances interoperability with partner forces, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the region in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president’s priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the U.S. homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

U.S. Marines with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), demonstrate an occupation by force for support by fire during a bilateral exercise on Naval Base Jaramijó, Ecuador, April 27, 2026. The 22nd MEU (SOC)’s Ecuador bilateral training enhances interoperability with partner forces, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the region in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president’s priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the U.S. homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Mitchell

A U.S. Marine Corps rifleman with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), engages a target with an M18 pistol during a stress shoot event as part of Tres Kolos 26 at Fort-De-France, Martinique, April 23, 2026. Participation in Tres Kolos 26 enhances interoperability with partner nations, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president's priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

A U.S. Marine Corps rifleman with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), engages a target with an M18 pistol during a stress shoot event as part of Tres Kolos 26 at Fort-De-France, Martinique, April 23, 2026. Participation in Tres Kolos 26 enhances interoperability with partner nations, reinforces longstanding security relationships, and improves combined readiness to respond to crises across the region. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of U.S. Southern Command mission objectives and the president's priorities to strengthen regional security, disrupt illicit drug trafficking, and protect the homeland. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

Photo by Sgt. Maurion Moore

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