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The Second Lady of the United States, Usha Vance, left, and U.S. Marine Corps Col. Charles E. Dudik, the chief of staff of Marine Corps Installations West, read a book to young boys and girls during the Blue Star Family Reading Event with Disney at the Pacific Views Event Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. Blue Star Families and Disney partnered with Marine Corps Community Services to host a book fair featuring Vance as a special guest reader, celebrating her Summer Reading Challenge. The initiative aimed to promote literacy and foster a love of reading amongst children and families within the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

The Second Lady of the United States, Usha Vance, left, and U.S. Marine Corps Col. Charles E. Dudik, the chief of staff of Marine Corps Installations West, read a book to young boys and girls during the Blue Star Family Reading Event with Disney at the Pacific Views Event Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. Blue Star Families and Disney partnered with Marine Corps Community Services to host a book fair featuring Vance as a special guest reader, celebrating her Summer Reading Challenge. The initiative aimed to promote literacy and foster a love of reading amongst children and families within the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal)

Photo by Cpl. Madisyn Paschal

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Fausto H. Cabrera, the senior enlisted advisor of Assault Amphibian School, delivers the colors during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 10, 2025. During the ceremony, Col. Benjamin M. Venning relinquished command of AAS to Col. Lynn W. Berendsen. The change of command ceremony signifies a transition to new leadership and the continuation of the school’s constant preparedness to fight and win. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Fausto H. Cabrera, the senior enlisted advisor of Assault Amphibian School, delivers the colors during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 10, 2025. During the ceremony, Col. Benjamin M. Venning relinquished command of AAS to Col. Lynn W. Berendsen. The change of command ceremony signifies a transition to new leadership and the continuation of the school’s constant preparedness to fight and win. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela J. Watts)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Mhecaela Watts

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Michael R. Nakonieczny, the deputy commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, shakes hands with the Vice President of the United States, the Honorable JD Vance, after arriving at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. The Vances arrived at MCB Camp Pendleton to show support for military families and emphasize the importance of wellness, education, and community engagement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Michael R. Nakonieczny, the deputy commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, shakes hands with the Vice President of the United States, the Honorable JD Vance, after arriving at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. The Vances arrived at MCB Camp Pendleton to show support for military families and emphasize the importance of wellness, education, and community engagement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

Photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Michael R. Nakonieczny, the deputy commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, waits to greet the Vice President of the United States, the honorable JD Vance, and the Second Lady of the United States, Usha Vance, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. The Vances arrived at MCB Camp Pendleton to show support for military families and emphasize the importance of wellness, education, and community engagement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Michael R. Nakonieczny, the deputy commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, waits to greet the Vice President of the United States, the honorable JD Vance, and the Second Lady of the United States, Usha Vance, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. The Vances arrived at MCB Camp Pendleton to show support for military families and emphasize the importance of wellness, education, and community engagement. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

Photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez

The Vice President of the United States, the Honorable JD Vance, speaks to U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, before a hike at MCB Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. Vance, a former Marine, led the hike to reinforce the values of camaraderie and unit cohesion. A fundamental element in Marine training, hiking builds both physical endurance and mental resilience in preparation for future battles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand)

The Vice President of the United States, the Honorable JD Vance, speaks to U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, before a hike at MCB Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. Vance, a former Marine, led the hike to reinforce the values of camaraderie and unit cohesion. A fundamental element in Marine training, hiking builds both physical endurance and mental resilience in preparation for future battles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand

The Vice President of the United States, the Honorable JD Vance, speaks with Col. Kwabena K. Gyimah, the commanding officer of Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, before a hike at MCB Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. Vance, a former Marine, led the hike to reinforce the values of camaraderie and unit cohesion. A fundamental element in Marine training, hiking builds both physical endurance and mental resilience in preparation for future battles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand)

The Vice President of the United States, the Honorable JD Vance, speaks with Col. Kwabena K. Gyimah, the commanding officer of Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, before a hike at MCB Camp Pendleton, California, July 11, 2025. Vance, a former Marine, led the hike to reinforce the values of camaraderie and unit cohesion. A fundamental element in Marine training, hiking builds both physical endurance and mental resilience in preparation for future battles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jonathan Sherchand

Vincent Sablan, center, a retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj., receives a Length of Service award from Brig. Gen. Nick Brown, left, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and Sgt. Maj. Luis Ortega, right, the sergeant major of Headquarters and Support Battalion, MCB Camp Pendleton, and MCB Camp Pendleton, California, May 29, 2025. Sablan was awarded for his 50 years of honorable service to the Marine Corps both in and out of uniform. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Vincent Sablan, center, a retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj., receives a Length of Service award from Brig. Gen. Nick Brown, left, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and Sgt. Maj. Luis Ortega, right, the sergeant major of Headquarters and Support Battalion, MCB Camp Pendleton, and MCB Camp Pendleton, California, May 29, 2025. Sablan was awarded for his 50 years of honorable service to the Marine Corps both in and out of uniform. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

A portrait of U.S. Marine Corps Pvt. Kyle D. Siminak hangs in a conference room dedicated to him at the Marine Combat Training Battalion, School of Infantry–West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 23, 2025. A commemoration ceremony was held to honor Pvt. Siminak’s service and sacrifice following his passing during training on Dec. 7, 2024. Family members, friends, and fellow Marines gathered to remember and celebrate his life. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Patrick King)

A portrait of U.S. Marine Corps Pvt. Kyle D. Siminak hangs in a conference room dedicated to him at the Marine Combat Training Battalion, School of Infantry–West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 23, 2025. A commemoration ceremony was held to honor Pvt. Siminak’s service and sacrifice following his passing during training on Dec. 7, 2024. Family members, friends, and fellow Marines gathered to remember and celebrate his life. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Patrick King)

Photo by Sgt. Patrick King

Marines and law enforcement officers and agents with the Provost Marshal Office, NCIS, and Criminal Investigation Division, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, pose for a group photo with their counterparts from the Oceanside Police Department and Oceanside California Highway Patrol during the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics in Southern California at MCB Camp Pendleton, California, May 28, 2025. The LETR in Southern California is over a 950-mile-long run completed throughout more than 200 Southern California communities by over 1,100 military and law enforcement personnel from various city, county, state, and federal agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Marines and law enforcement officers and agents with the Provost Marshal Office, NCIS, and Criminal Investigation Division, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, pose for a group photo with their counterparts from the Oceanside Police Department and Oceanside California Highway Patrol during the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics in Southern California at MCB Camp Pendleton, California, May 28, 2025. The LETR in Southern California is over a 950-mile-long run completed throughout more than 200 Southern California communities by over 1,100 military and law enforcement personnel from various city, county, state, and federal agencies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

U.S. Marine Corps Special Reaction Team with the Provost Marshal's Office extract a high value target during Semper Durus 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 21, 2025. Semper Durus is an MCIWEST full-scale regional command training and interoperability exercise designed to enhance emergency preparedness and rapid response capabilities across multiple Marine Corps installations in the southwestern United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

U.S. Marine Corps Special Reaction Team with the Provost Marshal's Office extract a high value target during Semper Durus 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 21, 2025. Semper Durus is an MCIWEST full-scale regional command training and interoperability exercise designed to enhance emergency preparedness and rapid response capabilities across multiple Marine Corps installations in the southwestern United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

Photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez

Special agents with the FBI’s San Diego and Los Angeles field offices post security as part of the exercise Semper Durus 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 21, 2025. Semper Durus is an MCIWEST full-scale regional command training and interoperability exercise designed to enhance emergency preparedness and rapid response capabilities across multiple Marine Corps installations in the southwestern United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

Special agents with the FBI’s San Diego and Los Angeles field offices post security as part of the exercise Semper Durus 2025 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 21, 2025. Semper Durus is an MCIWEST full-scale regional command training and interoperability exercise designed to enhance emergency preparedness and rapid response capabilities across multiple Marine Corps installations in the southwestern United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez)

Photo by Cpl. Noah Martinez

U.S. Navy MH-60 Sea Hawk with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 3, Naval Air Station North Island, expels water from a “Bambi” firefighting bucket over a target area during the annual Cory Iverson Wildland Firefighting exercise at Las Pulgas Lake, Marine corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 1, 2025. The Cory Iverson Wildland firefighting exercise is an annual event focusing on interagency cooperation between the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, the Camp Pendleton Fire Department and the Department of Defense. During the exercise, each entity works together to create an effective, efficient and well-trained team with local, state and federal partner agencies to provide mutual aid to best protect installations within Marine Corps Installations West and their surrounding local communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

U.S. Navy MH-60 Sea Hawk with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 3, Naval Air Station North Island, expels water from a “Bambi” firefighting bucket over a target area during the annual Cory Iverson Wildland Firefighting exercise at Las Pulgas Lake, Marine corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 1, 2025. The Cory Iverson Wildland firefighting exercise is an annual event focusing on interagency cooperation between the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, the Camp Pendleton Fire Department and the Department of Defense. During the exercise, each entity works together to create an effective, efficient and well-trained team with local, state and federal partner agencies to provide mutual aid to best protect installations within Marine Corps Installations West and their surrounding local communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

U.S. Marines gather for a group photo with Retired Col. George Newton at the Silvergate Assisted Living Center in Fallbrook, Calif., April 27, 2025. Silvergate Assisted Living Center hosted a surprise celebration for Newton’s 100th birthday with over 20 active duty and retired Marines. Newton is a World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War veteran. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

U.S. Marines gather for a group photo with Retired Col. George Newton at the Silvergate Assisted Living Center in Fallbrook, Calif., April 27, 2025. Silvergate Assisted Living Center hosted a surprise celebration for Newton’s 100th birthday with over 20 active duty and retired Marines. Newton is a World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War veteran. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Nick Brown and Sgt. Maj. Sherri Cook, the commanding general and senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, pose for a photo with Lance Cpl. Marcus Benson, a military police augment with Provost Marshal Office, MCIW, MCB Camp Pendleton, center, on MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., April 15, 2025. Benson, a Texas native, received an award for ending an active police pursuit on March 3, 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Nick Brown and Sgt. Maj. Sherri Cook, the commanding general and senior enlisted leader of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, pose for a photo with Lance Cpl. Marcus Benson, a military police augment with Provost Marshal Office, MCIW, MCB Camp Pendleton, center, on MCB Camp Pendleton, Calif., April 15, 2025. Benson, a Texas native, received an award for ending an active police pursuit on March 3, 2025. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

Challenge coins sit on a table at a surprise birthday celebration for Retired Col. George Newton at the Silvergate Assisted Living Center in Fallbrook, Calif., April 27, 2025. Silvergate Assisted Living Center hosted a surprise celebration for Newton’s 100th birthday with over 20 active duty and retired Marines. Newton is a World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War veteran. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Challenge coins sit on a table at a surprise birthday celebration for Retired Col. George Newton at the Silvergate Assisted Living Center in Fallbrook, Calif., April 27, 2025. Silvergate Assisted Living Center hosted a surprise celebration for Newton’s 100th birthday with over 20 active duty and retired Marines. Newton is a World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War veteran. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

Luis Murrieta, a chief cook with Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, participates in the Culinary Team of the Quarter competition at the 31 Area Mess Hall on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 7, 2025. The two-day event included a knowledge-based elimination round followed by a live cooking challenge using a mystery basket of ingredients. The competition aims to enhance MOS proficiency, foster teamwork, and recognize excellence among food service professionals across Marine Corps Installations West. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Patrick King)

Luis Murrieta, a chief cook with Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, participates in the Culinary Team of the Quarter competition at the 31 Area Mess Hall on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 7, 2025. The two-day event included a knowledge-based elimination round followed by a live cooking challenge using a mystery basket of ingredients. The competition aims to enhance MOS proficiency, foster teamwork, and recognize excellence among food service professionals across Marine Corps Installations West. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Patrick King)

Photo by Sgt. Patrick King

Members of the Oceanside Police pose for a photo at the annual Operation Appreciation at the Oceanside Pier Amphitheater in Oceanside, Calif., May 17, 2025. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce brought local businesses and Oceanside residents together for an Armed Forces Day celebration to recognize the military personnel stationed on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jeslianne A. Torres)

Members of the Oceanside Police pose for a photo at the annual Operation Appreciation at the Oceanside Pier Amphitheater in Oceanside, Calif., May 17, 2025. The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce brought local businesses and Oceanside residents together for an Armed Forces Day celebration to recognize the military personnel stationed on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jeslianne A. Torres)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jeslianne Torres

A guitarist performs during the Military Spouse Appreciation event hosted by Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) at the Pacific Views Event Center, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 9, 2025. Sponsored by MCCS, the celebration featured live entertainment, floral-making activities, self-care item giveaways, and refreshments. The event was held in honor of Military Spouse Appreciation Day to recognize the dedication and support of military spouses. It provided a free, family-friendly environment for active duty personnel and their loved ones. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Patrick King)

A guitarist performs during the Military Spouse Appreciation event hosted by Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) at the Pacific Views Event Center, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 9, 2025. Sponsored by MCCS, the celebration featured live entertainment, floral-making activities, self-care item giveaways, and refreshments. The event was held in honor of Military Spouse Appreciation Day to recognize the dedication and support of military spouses. It provided a free, family-friendly environment for active duty personnel and their loved ones. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Patrick King)

Photo by Sgt. Patrick King

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent conducts credential checks in coordination with installation security and access requirements at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 15, 2025. This activity supports ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of the installation and its personnel. For more information about base access requirements, visit https://www.pendleton.marines.mil/Main-Menu/Base-Access/ (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent conducts credential checks in coordination with installation security and access requirements at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 15, 2025. This activity supports ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of the installation and its personnel. For more information about base access requirements, visit https://www.pendleton.marines.mil/Main-Menu/Base-Access/ (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu)

Photo by Cpl. Jacqueline Akamelu

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 364, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, detaches an M777A2 lightweight 155 mm howitzer at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 14, 2025. VMM-364; 1st Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group; and 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division executed a dual-point external lift exercise to enhance logistical proficiency, strengthening the ability to support the Marine Expeditionary Force by efficiently distributing personnel, equipment, and supplies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 364, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, detaches an M777A2 lightweight 155 mm howitzer at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 14, 2025. VMM-364; 1st Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group; and 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division executed a dual-point external lift exercise to enhance logistical proficiency, strengthening the ability to support the Marine Expeditionary Force by efficiently distributing personnel, equipment, and supplies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez