U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 555th Fighter and Fighter Generation Squadrons prepare and operate F-16 Fighting Falcons to practice integrated air missile defense during Combat Archer U.K. at RAF Lakenheath, England, April 9, 2025. Combat Archer U.K. provided live-fire air-to-air experience against threat-representative unmanned systems. By hosting Combat Archer U.K. in Europe, U.S. Air Forces Europe saved millions of dollars, allowing them to enhance the mission while staying on the right side of the cost curve. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

250504-N-RO855-1022 PRAIA, Cabo Verde (May 4, 2025) - The Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), the U.S. Sixth Fleet Flagship, arrives in Praia, Cabo Verde in support Obangame Express 2025. Obangame Express is one of three regional maritime exercises led by U.S. Sixth Fleet as part of a comprehensive strategy to provide collaborative opportunities to African forces and international partners to address maritime security concerns. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Caleb M. Foote)

The Maryland Air National Guard’s 175th Wing hosted a two-day resource fair for Airmen impacted by the planned divestment of the A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft and the planned expansion of cyber at Warfield Air National Guard Base, May 1 and May 4, 2025. The event, which was held inside the A-10 Maintenance Hangar, brought together subject matter experts and representatives from career fields across the Wing to offer guidance and share opportunities with Airmen preparing for this major mission shift. Day one focused on engaging full-time personnel, while day two was tailored to support drill-status Guard members navigating the transition. (Video by U.S. Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Sarah Hoover)

U.S. Army soldiers assigned to Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 41st Field Artillery Regiment, supporting Task Force Iron, reflect on the importance of interoperability and partnerships during a parade celebrating the Day of Restoration of Latvian Independence in Talsi, Latvia, May 4, 2025. The Day of Restoration of Latvian Independence is also observed as a national freedom celebration, and a military parade that has been held annually since 2012. Task Force Iron's mission is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent to increase lethality while strengthening partnerships with NATO allies and regional security partners. The task force provides combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s only forward-deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army Video by Staff Sgt. Michael Dunagan)

U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force aircraft in the Indo-Pacific region conduct aerial demonstrations during the JMSDF and Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni Friendship Day 2025 at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, May 4, 2025. The JMSDF-MCAS Iwakuni Friendship Day is hosted annually to strengthen relationships with the host community and offer a cultural exchange that highlights the mutual support between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Eliza Fremont)

U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force aircraft in the Indo-Pacific region, along with the stunt plane Whiskey Papa, an Extra EA 300L aircraft flown by Masahiro Utsumi, perform aerobatics and aerial demonstrations during the JMSDF and Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni Friendship Day 2025 at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, May 4, 2025. The JMSDF-MCAS Iwakuni Friendship Day is hosted annually to strengthen relationships with the host community and offer a cultural exchange that highlights the mutual support between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Eliza Fremont)

U.S. Army soldiers with Alpha Company, 3rd Assault Helicopter Battalion, 501st Aviation Regiment, Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, participate in a flyover for the parade celebrating the Day of the Restoration of Latvian Independence at Talsi, Latvia, May 04, 2025. Preparation for the flyover was conducted at Lielvārde air base, Latvia, before the parade and locals stopped by during refueling near Talsi. The Day of the Restoration of Latvian Independence is also observed as a freedom celebration which has held a military parade every year since 2012. U.S. presence in Latvia enhances combat readiness, ensuring U.S. forces can operate effectively alongside Latvian and NATO allies in diverse conditions. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Rachel Hall)

U.S. Army Cpt. Claudia Morin, commander and pilot, and Staff Sgt. Jessey Colon, platoon sergeant and crew chief with Alpha Company, 3rd Assault Helicopter Battalion, 501st Aviation Regiment, Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, speak about the Day of the Restoration of Latvian Independence at Lielvārde air base, Latvia, May 04, 2025. The Day of the Restoration of Latvian Independence recognizes the restoration of the Latvian Republic in 1990. The U.S. remains committed to the NATO alliance and our Latvian allies. Latvia is clearly invested in its defense and U.S. cooperation strengthens deterrence and security along NATO’s eastern flank. (U.S. Army Video by Sgt. Rachel Hall)

Every year JROTC cadets from across the country are nominated by their commands to attend the JROTC National Drill Championship in Daytona Beach, Fla. Cadets participate in armed/unarmed regulation, exhibition, color guard, and solo routines while being judged by Drill Sergeants. Interview Time Stamps 5:49 Army JROTC Cadet Julian Martinez, Ronald Reagan High School, San Antonio, Texas 6:35 Army JROTC Cadet Jack Miller, Leavenworth High School, Leavenworth, Kan. Army JROTC cadets participated in the Army JROTC National Drill Championship May 2, 2025. 1st Place Armed: Ronald Reagan High School, San Antonio, Texas 2nd Place Armed: Sam Houston MSTC, Houston, Texas 1st Place Unarmed: Theodore Roosevelt High School, San Antonio, Texas 2nd Place Unarmed: Winston Churchill High School, San Antonio, Texas The All-Service National Drill Championship was held May 3-4, 2025. Division One Unarmed 1st Place Flour Bluff High School, Corpus Christi, Texas 2nd Place Francis Lewis High School, Fresh Meadows, N.Y., Army JROTC Division One Armed 1st Francis Lewis High School, Fresh Meadows, N.Y. 2nd Ronald Reagan High School, San Antonio, Texas

An overflight displays the affected area of marsh environment near Garden Island Bay, Louisiana on May 3, 2025. A safety zone has been enacted in the area and boom has been placed to contain the released product. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy video)

The Wings Over Wayne open house 2025 gave civilians the opportunity to see the U.S. Air Force's capabilities in action. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbird's performance and the science, technology, engineering and mathematics activities were the highlights of the event. (U.S. Air Force Video by Staff Sergeant David Lynn, Senior Airman Leighton Lucero and Airman 1st Class Rebecca Tierney)

A-10C Thunderbolt II pilots past and present from the 104th Fighter Squadron, Maryland Air National Guard, gathered for a Legacy Day at Warfield Air National Guard Base at Martin State Airport, Maryland, Saturday May 3rd, 2025. The pilots, crew chiefs, and family members met to swap stories, fellowship, and enjoy an aerial display by current pilots.

1st Infantry Division's Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard (1IDCGMCG) attends the Kentucky Derby to perform the Passing of the Colors, on May 3, 2025. This is the first year that U.S. Army horses have been invited to perform on track grounds since the Derby’s beginnings in 1875. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tyler Selige)

U.S. Air Force aircrew assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing respond to an alert call during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, May 3, 2025. Air Mobility Command generates and provides, when directed, specially trained and equipped aircrews to conduct critical air refueling to support global operations. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Monique Stober)

U.S. Air Force fire fighters, assigned to the Ohio National Guard’s 180th Fighter Wing, extinguish a fire during a controlled burn training event at the Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport in Swanton, Ohio, May 3, 2025. The exercise consisted of fire fighters attempting to extinguish controlled fires in a variety of scenarios they may experience, ensuring Airmen are fully trained, qualified, prepared and ready to deploy world-wide, at all times. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Camren Ray)

Sailors conduct flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the South China Sea, May 3, 2025. Nimitz is underway in the 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S. Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Gina Gallia)

Airmen from the 6th Air Refueling Wing and 927th Air Refueling Wing respond to an alert during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, May 3, 2025. Airmen of the 6th ARW and 927th ARW regularly exercise and validate capabilities through inspections to maintain a safe, secure, effective, and ready force. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Sterling Sutton)

U.S. Soldiers conduct care under fire during the final test of Combat Lifesaver training at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, May 3, 2025. This course strengthens Soldiers' ability to perform tactical medical procedures under combat conditions. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. David Thomson)

Crew members aboard USCGC Venturous (WMEC 625) offload more than 5,300 pounds of illicit narcotics worth an estimated value of $14.1 million at Base Miami Beach, May 2, 2025. The seized contraband was the result of four interdictions in the Caribbean Sea by the crews of USCGC Diligence (WMEC 616) and HNLMS Groningen with an embarked Coast Guard law enforcement detachment. (U.S. Coast Guard Video by Petty Officer 2nd class Eric Rodriguez)

An overflight displays the affected area of marsh environment near Garden Island Bay, Louisiana on May 2, 2025. A safety zone has been enacted in the area and boom has been placed to contain the released product. (U.S. Coast Guard courtesy video)

U.S. Air Force 6th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Airmen participate in a Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, May 2, 2025. The 6th AMXS maintains and provides quality aircraft, aerospace ground equipment and munitions for the 6th Air Refueling Wing, enhancing operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Monique Stober)

Meet the Honorable Dan Driscoll, the 26th Secretary of the Army, in a one on one interview.

Airmen from the 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuel KC-135 Stratotankers during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, May 2, 2025. The KC-135 is equipped to execute strategic air refueling in support of global operations. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Sterling Sutton)

The Longines Kentucky Oaks, now celebrating its 151st running, is America’s premier race for 3-year-old fillies. It is held each year the day before the Kentucky Derby. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Tyler Selige)

Weapons display at a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) press conference with law enforcement partners to highlight DHS and interagency efforts regarding interdictions of southbound firearms.

All Hands Morning Quarters Podcast for May 2nd, 2025

U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, perform breaching and clearing techniques during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, May 2, 2025. Marines execute this training to improve mission readiness and prepare for future operations. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Skylin Simpson)

U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, perform breaching and clearing techniques during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, May 2, 2025. Marines execute this training to improve mission readiness and prepare for future operations. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Skylin Simpson)

U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, perform breaching and clearing techniques during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, May 2, 2025. Marines execute this training to improve mission readiness and prepare for future operations. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Skylin Simpson)