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Department of the Navy Releases Fiscal Year 2027 Shipbuilding Plan

Press Operations — Mon, 11 May 2026 17:18:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy today released its Fiscal Year 2027 Shipbuilding Plan, outlining the Administration's long-term strategy to expand fleet capacity, strengthen the maritime industrial base, and deliver a more capable, ready, and lethal naval force. =

U.S. Marine Corps Strengthens Arctic Readiness with Campaign - Alaska

Press Operations — Sat, 09 May 2026 12:03:58 GMT

The United States Marine Corps has launched “Campaign - Alaska," a strategic initiative to enhance

Marine Corps to Unveil Next-Gen Warfighting Tech and Celebrate 250 Years of Heritage at Modern Day Marine 2026

Press Operations — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:28:00 GMT

Fresh off the celebration of the Marine Corps' own 250th anniversary last year, the service is now turning its attention to the future of expeditionary warfare as the United States prepares to mark its semi-quincentennial.

Marine Corps revises body composition standards

Press Operations — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Marine Corps is replacing the current semiannual height and weight evaluation with a waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) methodology as the first step of its body composition evaluations in accordance with recent Secretary of War guidance.

2026 Marine Corps Aviation Plan

Press Operations — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:01:00 GMT

The Marine Corps Aviation Plan (AVPLAN) outlines the strategic vision, key capabilities, and future direction for Marine Corps Aviation, aiming to enhance readiness and address emerging threats. The 2026 AVPLAN marks a significant evolution from 2025, transitioning from strategic direction to concrete, data-driven implementation.

Marine Corps Passes FY25 Financial Audit

Press Operations — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:24:00 GMT

For the third year in a row, independent auditors verified that the Marine Corps’ financial records are materially accurate, complete, and compliant with federal regulations and issued an unmodified opinion for Fiscal Year 2025.

USMC Honors the life of General Michael J. Williams, 28th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps

Press Operations — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 20:55:00 GMT

The United States Marine Corps honored the life and service of the 28th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Michael J. Williams, USMC (Ret.), with a graveside burial with full military honors on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the National Memorial Cemetery at Quantico.

Marine Corps announces updated physical fitness standards

Press Operations — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:12:32 GMT

The Marine Corps is implementing changes to its Physical Fitness Test and body composition standards in accordance with the Secretary of War’s Military Fitness Standards memorandum issued on Sept. 30, 2025.

NAVAIR Releases V-22 Comprehensive Review Findings

Press Operations — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:11:00 GMT

Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) released the findings of a comprehensive review Dec. 12, 2025, on the V-22 Osprey aircraft flown by the Air Force, Marine Corps and Navy.

Death of General Michael J. Williams, 28th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps

Press Operations — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 20:10:00 GMT

The United States Marine Corps announces the passing of General Michael J. Williams, USMC (Ret.), 28th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, who died peacefully on December 6, 2025.