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U.S. Marines and Sailors pose for a photo with Ms. Miranda, director of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, during the Active Duty Fund Drive at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 9, 2026. The fund drive raises donations to support Navy and Marine Corps personnel and their families experiencing financial hardship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

U.S. Marines and Sailors pose for a photo with Ms. Miranda, director of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, during the Active Duty Fund Drive at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 9, 2026. The fund drive raises donations to support Navy and Marine Corps personnel and their families experiencing financial hardship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

Photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

Ms. Miranda, director of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, speaks to U.S. Marines and Sailors during the Active Duty Fund Drive at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 9, 2026. The fund drive raises donations to support Navy and Marine Corps personnel and their families experiencing financial hardship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

Ms. Miranda, director of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, speaks to U.S. Marines and Sailors during the Active Duty Fund Drive at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., March 9, 2026. The fund drive raises donations to support Navy and Marine Corps personnel and their families experiencing financial hardship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

Photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Bowers, deputy commandant of Manpower and Reserve Affairs, delivers remarks during the Manpower Roadshow at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026. The roadshow provided Marines with career counseling, assignment opportunities and guidance on professional development, while also addressing broader Manpower and Reserve Affairs initiatives, including updates to total force structure. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Estrada)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Bowers, deputy commandant of Manpower and Reserve Affairs, delivers remarks during the Manpower Roadshow at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026. The roadshow provided Marines with career counseling, assignment opportunities and guidance on professional development, while also addressing broader Manpower and Reserve Affairs initiatives, including updates to total force structure. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Estrada)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Bowers, deputy commandant of Manpower and Reserve Affairs, interacts with Marines during the Manpower Roadshow at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026. The roadshow provided Marines with career counseling, assignment opportunities and guidance on professional development, while also addressing broader Manpower and Reserve Affairs initiatives, including updates to total force structure. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Estrada)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Bowers, deputy commandant of Manpower and Reserve Affairs, interacts with Marines during the Manpower Roadshow at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026. The roadshow provided Marines with career counseling, assignment opportunities and guidance on professional development, while also addressing broader Manpower and Reserve Affairs initiatives, including updates to total force structure. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Estrada)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Bowers, deputy commandant of Manpower and Reserve Affairs, delivers remarks during the Manpower Roadshow at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026. The roadshow provided Marines with career counseling, assignment opportunities and guidance on professional development, while also addressing broader Manpower and Reserve Affairs initiatives, including updates to total force structure. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Estrada)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Bowers, deputy commandant of Manpower and Reserve Affairs, delivers remarks during the Manpower Roadshow at the Pendleton Theater and Training Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026. The roadshow provided Marines with career counseling, assignment opportunities and guidance on professional development, while also addressing broader Manpower and Reserve Affairs initiatives, including updates to total force structure. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Estrada)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Adrian Estrada

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brown, left, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, presents a coin to U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Coffey, a religious program specialist with MCIWEST and a California native, at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Mar. 4, 2026. Coffey was recognized for being named Marine Corps Installations Command Sailor of the Year for fiscal year 2025. As the base’s lead petty officer and religious program specialist, Coffey mentored nine Sailors, six officers, one contract priest and one federal employee on all aspects of Professional Naval Chaplaincy and Sailorization in support of five subordinate commands across MCIWEST. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brown, left, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, presents a coin to U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Coffey, a religious program specialist with MCIWEST and a California native, at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Mar. 4, 2026. Coffey was recognized for being named Marine Corps Installations Command Sailor of the Year for fiscal year 2025. As the base’s lead petty officer and religious program specialist, Coffey mentored nine Sailors, six officers, one contract priest and one federal employee on all aspects of Professional Naval Chaplaincy and Sailorization in support of five subordinate commands across MCIWEST. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael)

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brown, left, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, presents a coin to U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Coffey, a religious program specialist with MCIWEST and a California native, at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Mar. 4, 2026. Coffey was recognized for being named Marine Corps Installations Command Sailor of the Year for fiscal year 2025. As the base’s lead petty officer and religious program specialist, Coffey mentored nine Sailors, six officers, one contract priest and one federal employee on all aspects of Professional Naval Chaplaincy and Sailorization in support of five subordinate commands across MCIWEST. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brown, left, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, presents a coin to U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Coffey, a religious program specialist with MCIWEST and a California native, at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Mar. 4, 2026. Coffey was recognized for being named Marine Corps Installations Command Sailor of the Year for fiscal year 2025. As the base’s lead petty officer and religious program specialist, Coffey mentored nine Sailors, six officers, one contract priest and one federal employee on all aspects of Professional Naval Chaplaincy and Sailorization in support of five subordinate commands across MCIWEST. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael)

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Lee, bottom left, provost sergeant, Provost Marshal’s Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and Lt. Col. Fowler, bottom right, provost marshal, Provost Marshal’s Office, MCB Camp Pendleton, stand for a photo with officers with the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Program during a MCLEP Officer and Civilian Employee Awards Ceremony at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2026. The ceremony was held to award the outstanding contributions and commitment of MCLEP officers and recognize civilian employees for their federal length-of-service accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Lee, bottom left, provost sergeant, Provost Marshal’s Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and Lt. Col. Fowler, bottom right, provost marshal, Provost Marshal’s Office, MCB Camp Pendleton, stand for a photo with officers with the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Program during a MCLEP Officer and Civilian Employee Awards Ceremony at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2026. The ceremony was held to award the outstanding contributions and commitment of MCLEP officers and recognize civilian employees for their federal length-of-service accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. Navy Lt. j.g. Sanchez, chaplain, Provost Marshal’s Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, gives the invocation during a Marine Corps Law Enforcement Program Officer and Civilian Employee Awards Ceremony at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2026. The ceremony was held to award the outstanding contributions and commitment of MCLEP officers and recognize civilian employees for their federal length-of-service accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

U.S. Navy Lt. j.g. Sanchez, chaplain, Provost Marshal’s Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, gives the invocation during a Marine Corps Law Enforcement Program Officer and Civilian Employee Awards Ceremony at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2026. The ceremony was held to award the outstanding contributions and commitment of MCLEP officers and recognize civilian employees for their federal length-of-service accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Fowler, provost marshal, Provost Marshal’s Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, gives remarks during a Marine Corps Law Enforcement Program Officer and Civilian Employee Awards Ceremony at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2026. The ceremony was held to award the outstanding contributions and commitment of MCLEP officers and recognize civilian employees for their federal length-of-service accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Fowler, provost marshal, Provost Marshal’s Office, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, gives remarks during a Marine Corps Law Enforcement Program Officer and Civilian Employee Awards Ceremony at MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 17, 2026. The ceremony was held to award the outstanding contributions and commitment of MCLEP officers and recognize civilian employees for their federal length-of-service accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. service members gather to celebrate the grand opening of the Camp Pendleton Army Veterinary Services and Veterinary Treatment Facility on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 22, 2026. The new state-of-the-art facility is three times larger than the previous clinic and enhances care for Military Working Dogs and privately owned animals, ensuring their health and operational readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

U.S. service members gather to celebrate the grand opening of the Camp Pendleton Army Veterinary Services and Veterinary Treatment Facility on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 22, 2026. The new state-of-the-art facility is three times larger than the previous clinic and enhances care for Military Working Dogs and privately owned animals, ensuring their health and operational readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

Photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Dylan S. Kelley, a marksmanship instructor and competitor assigned to the Marine Corps Shooting Team, Weapons Training Battalion, Quantico, shoots during preparation for the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 5, 2026. The MCMC provides advanced marksmanship instruction through competition-based shooting principles to increase speed, first-round hit probability and small-arms lethality. The event identified potential competitors for the Marine Corps Championship Matches at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Dylan S. Kelley, a marksmanship instructor and competitor assigned to the Marine Corps Shooting Team, Weapons Training Battalion, Quantico, shoots during preparation for the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 5, 2026. The MCMC provides advanced marksmanship instruction through competition-based shooting principles to increase speed, first-round hit probability and small-arms lethality. The event identified potential competitors for the Marine Corps Championship Matches at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael)

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Alec T. Glasper, a Marine Combat Instructor with the School of Infantry West, Training and Education Command, observes down range during the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The MCMC provides advanced marksmanship instruction through competition-based shooting principles to increase speed, first-round hit probability and small-arms lethality. The event identified potential competitors for the Marine Corps Championship Matches at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Alec T. Glasper, a Marine Combat Instructor with the School of Infantry West, Training and Education Command, observes down range during the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The MCMC provides advanced marksmanship instruction through competition-based shooting principles to increase speed, first-round hit probability and small-arms lethality. The event identified potential competitors for the Marine Corps Championship Matches at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael)

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

U.S. Marines from across Marine Corps Installations West participate in live-fire drills during the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 5, 2026. The MCMC provides advanced marksmanship instruction through competition-based shooting principles to increase speed, first-round hit probability and small-arms lethality. The event identified potential competitors for the Marine Corps Championship Matches at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael)

U.S. Marines from across Marine Corps Installations West participate in live-fire drills during the Marine Corps Marksmanship Competition at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 5, 2026. The MCMC provides advanced marksmanship instruction through competition-based shooting principles to increase speed, first-round hit probability and small-arms lethality. The event identified potential competitors for the Marine Corps Championship Matches at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rafael)

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael

From left, U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Turner, commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force; Lt. Gen. Austin, deputy commandant for Combat Development and Integration and commanding general of Marine Corps Combat Development Command; Lt. Gen. Carter, deputy commandant for Information; and Lt. Gen. Swan, deputy commandant for Aviation, participate in a panel during the WEST 2026 Conference at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The conference provides Department of War leadership a focused venue to communicate priorities, highlight critical programs, shape joint maritime strategy and engage with partners who influence readiness and capability development. The WEST 2026 theme was “Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Akamelu)

From left, U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Turner, commanding general of III Marine Expeditionary Force; Lt. Gen. Austin, deputy commandant for Combat Development and Integration and commanding general of Marine Corps Combat Development Command; Lt. Gen. Carter, deputy commandant for Information; and Lt. Gen. Swan, deputy commandant for Aviation, participate in a panel during the WEST 2026 Conference at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The conference provides Department of War leadership a focused venue to communicate priorities, highlight critical programs, shape joint maritime strategy and engage with partners who influence readiness and capability development. The WEST 2026 theme was “Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

A U.S. Marine asks top sea service leadership a question during the “Sea Service Chiefs Lunch and Town Hall” during the WEST 2026 Conference at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The conference provided Department of War leadership a focused venue to communicate priorities, highlight critical programs, shape joint maritime strategy and engage with partners who influence readiness and capability development. The WEST 2026 theme was “Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

A U.S. Marine asks top sea service leadership a question during the “Sea Service Chiefs Lunch and Town Hall” during the WEST 2026 Conference at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The conference provided Department of War leadership a focused venue to communicate priorities, highlight critical programs, shape joint maritime strategy and engage with partners who influence readiness and capability development. The WEST 2026 theme was “Sustaining Maritime Dominance: Warfighting Readiness for the Future Fight.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paschal)

Photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

Chuck Hodges, vice president of military events for Hiring our Heroes, speaks to U.S. Marines about potential career paths during a career summit at the Pacific Views Event Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The summit featured multiple guest speakers and offered resources and networking opportunities to facilitate career transitions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Chuck Hodges, vice president of military events for Hiring our Heroes, speaks to U.S. Marines about potential career paths during a career summit at the Pacific Views Event Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. The summit featured multiple guest speakers and offered resources and networking opportunities to facilitate career transitions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. Navy Master Chief Rucker, command master chief, I Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents a challenge coin to a Marine during a coin presentation and recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The ceremony recognized more than 30 Marines and Sailors for their hard work and dedication during the preparation and execution of the 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration and Beach Bash held Oct. 18, 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

U.S. Navy Master Chief Rucker, command master chief, I Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents a challenge coin to a Marine during a coin presentation and recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The ceremony recognized more than 30 Marines and Sailors for their hard work and dedication during the preparation and execution of the 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration and Beach Bash held Oct. 18, 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. Navy Master Chief Loren D. Rucker, command master chief, I Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents a challenge coin to Marine Corps Sgt. Roberto Chaveznajar, a network administrator, 9th Communication Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, during a coin presentation and recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The ceremony recognized more than 30 Marines and Sailors for their hard work and dedication during the preparation and execution of the 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration and Beach Bash held Oct. 18, 2025. Chaveznajar was recognized for establishing network services aboard the USS Boxer (LHD 4), which enabled effective command and control from ship to shore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck)

U.S. Navy Master Chief Loren D. Rucker, command master chief, I Marine Expeditionary Force, left, presents a challenge coin to Marine Corps Sgt. Roberto Chaveznajar, a network administrator, 9th Communication Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, during a coin presentation and recognition ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. The ceremony recognized more than 30 Marines and Sailors for their hard work and dedication during the preparation and execution of the 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration and Beach Bash held Oct. 18, 2025. Chaveznajar was recognized for establishing network services aboard the USS Boxer (LHD 4), which enabled effective command and control from ship to shore. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck)

Photo by Sgt. Dillon Buck

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brown, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, delivers remarks during a wreath-laying ceremony honoring former U.S. President Ronald Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in Simi Valley, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. The ceremony is an annual event to commemorate the life and legacy of President Reagan and is held on his birthday, by presidential declaration, since his death in 2004. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Brown, commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, delivers remarks during a wreath-laying ceremony honoring former U.S. President Ronald Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in Simi Valley, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. The ceremony is an annual event to commemorate the life and legacy of President Reagan and is held on his birthday, by presidential declaration, since his death in 2004. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael)

Photo by Sgt. Edgar Rafael