Last night, @SecWar, @SECNAV, and @CMC_MarineCorps hosted a ceremony at the Marine Corps War Memorial to commemorate the 250th birthday of the Marine Corps. Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps has served in every clime and place for 250 years.

#Marines with @1stMAW_Marines take part in simulated base recovery after-attack training as part of Resolute Dragon 25 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. Resolute Dragon is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and

The most recent appropriations for the @DeptofWar expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law.

During this government shutdown, the mission of the @USNavy–@USMC team continues without pause though not without challenges and uncertainty. I am laser-focused on managing impacts, protecting critical operations, easing burdens, and championing your needs. We will keep support

Marines with the @11thmeu take part in a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, @1stMEF at @MCIWPendletonCA, California. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft,

#Marines with the @22nd_MEU take part in a machine gun range on Camp Santiago, Puerto Rico. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the @Southcom, @DeptofWar war-directed operations, and @POTUS priorities. #USMC #MarineCorps #SemperFi

#Marines with Infantry Training Battalion, School of Infantry – East take part in a live fire range on @camp_lejeune. ITB trains, develops, and certifies Marines to provide basically qualified infantrymen for service in the Fleet Marine Forces. #USMC #SemperFi #Training

"The purpose of America's military is not to protect anyone’s feelings. It’s to protect our Republic." - @POTUS. Earlier this morning, President Trump, @SecWar, and Chairman of @thejointstaff Gen. Dan Caine delivered remarks to all general officers and admirals on @MCB_Quantico,

#Marines with the @22nd_MEU take part in helicopter support team operations with Combat Logistics Battalion 26 on Camp Santiago, Puerto Rico. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the @Southcom, @DeptofWar war-directed operations, and @POTUS

#MarineCorps recruits with November Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion participate in the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor ceremony on @MCRDPI. Following a culminating 15k hike to Peatross Parade Deck, and having completed the 54-hour evolution known as the Crucible, recruits are

#Marines with the @22nd_MEU stage light armored vehicles on a beach in Arroyo, Puerto Rico. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the @Southcom, @DeptofWar war-directed operations, and @POTUS priorities. #USMC #MarineCorps #SemperFi

Ships, aircraft and advanced technology are crucial, but they are nothing without the Sailors and Marines who bring them to life. Your commitment, courage and resilience make our @USNavy and @USMC team the most lethal and vital force in America’s arsenal. We recognize the

#Marines with 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment carry out a direct fire mission on Range 407A at @MCIWPendletonCA. 1st Bn., 11th Marines conducted an artillery firing exercise to maintain their combat proficiency in realistic combat scenarios.

#Marines with @3d_Marine_Div hook a JLTV trailer onto an MV-22B Osprey with @1stMAW_Marines during exercise Resolute Dragon 25 at Hijudai Maneuver Area, Oita, Japan. Resolute Dragon is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain

#Marines with @2dMarDiv take part in close air support training for exercise UNITAS 2025 on @camp_lejeune, North Carolina. UNITAS, which is Latin for “unity,” was conceived in 1959 and has taken place annually since first conducted in 1960. This year marks the 66th iteration of

#Marines with Maritime Raid Force, @11thmeu take part in helocast rehearsals on @MCIWPendletonCA. Helocasting is an airborne technique that enables Marines to insert into a body of water from an aircraft. #Marines #USMC #SemperFi

Today, on Gold Star Mothers’ and Families' Day, we honor a sacrifice unlike any other. The loss of a service member leaves an irreplaceable void, not only in our ranks, but in the lives of their loved ones. We stand with the families of our fallen, recognizing their enduring

#Marines with @3d_Marine_Div and @usairforce Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron perform a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System Direct Reload Inside Plane during exercise Orient Shield 25 at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Kenebetsu Air Base, Hokkaido, Japan. Orient

#Marines with @3d_Marine_Div provide security during Resolute Dragon 25 on Kin Blue Beach Training Area, Okinawa, Japan. Resolute Dragon 25 is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in