On June 6, 2024, we will remember the stories and sacrifices of those who participated in the Allied landings in Normandy. Join us via live stream from the Normandy American Cemetery as we remember those who never left the beaches of Normandy. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Today was a fitting celebration of World War II Veterans to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy. May their stories & the stories of those who never made it off the beaches fighting in the name of freedom live on forever. #DDay80 #RememberThem

As part of the 80th commemoration of D-Day in Normandy, I joined a ceremony to honor Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force in Europe during the Second World War. #DDay #DDay80

Grateful for the remarkable days in Normandy, honoring World War II Veterans who fought so valiantly for democracy & freedom 80 years ago. Their valor, grit & determination changed the course of history. May we always remember them. #DDay #DDay80

Alliances & partnerships made the extraordinary accomplishment that was D-Day possible. It takes a team to preserve freedom. That’s why sustaining alliances and partnerships remains so important today. #DDay80 #strongertogether Read more: ngpa.us/29941

Mike is the epitome of possibility in the National Guard. He found success as a longtime drill-status Guardsman while balancing family, education, military assignments & deployments & a career as a civilian aviator. To Mike & the entire Loh family: thank you & congratulations!

Happy Father’s Day to all of our National Guard dads!

I am testifying before the Senate Appropriations Committee this morning regarding the President’s FY25 budget request for the National Guard and Reserves. Watch at the link below. appropriations.senate.gov/hearings/a-rev…

Today, I told the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Defense, the National Guard is a dynamic operational force that is integral to the success of the National Defense Strategy. Our motto is our promise to America: Always Ready, Always There.

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, which marks the emancipation of the last remaining slaves in the U.S. The National Guard acknowledges the importance of diversity and equality within our ranks. ALWAYS READY, ALWAYS THERE!

This month's National Guard Holistic Wellness Challenge focuses on preventing alcohol misuse. Alcohol affects your ability to make decisions & stay in control. It can increase stress & decrease performance, which reduces readiness. Click below to find resources.

As I prepare to celebrate my last Independence Day before I retire later this summer, I am filled with pride in the 430,000 National Guardsmen I’m fortunate to serve with. Whether helping their communities respond to disaster, building global partnerships or fighting our nation’s

As we celebrate our Nation’s independence and remember those who sustain our freedoms, let us recommit ourselves to the blessings of liberty and all our Nation stands for.  We wish you and your loved ones a happy and safe Independence Day.

Great visit with North American Aerospace Defense Command & U.S. Northern Command leaders & Colo National Guard Guardsmen!

Sweden brings instant capability to the State Partnership Program. There is a lot we can learn from each other. When it is time to train, respond, or fight, Guardsmen & our partners build on existing relationships of trust & respect the world over. government.se/press-releases…

Modernization is one of my top priorities for the National Guard. The delivery of the F-15EX Eagle II will bring a new era of readiness & capability to the Air National Guard while ensuring seamless integration with active-duty U.S. Air Force units.

Awesome to see National Guard Soldiers at the Joint Readiness Training Center today. These Guardsmen, led by the OregonNationalGuard's 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team, are here to build readiness, unit cohesion & tactical experience. The lessons they learn here will last a lifetime. I

Growing up in Happy Camp, I never thought I’d get here. To serve as the Chief of the National Guard Bureau has been the honor of my career, but I wouldn’t have been here without a team of teams: my family, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Army & all the men &

Today is my last day as the 29th Chief of the National Guard Bureau. Though my time in uniform has come to an end, my support for our Nation and our National Guard will continue. Thank you for everything you do to remain "Always Ready, Always There!"

The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff will host a Relinquishment of Responsibility ceremony for the 29th Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Army Gen. Daniel R. Hokanson, at 10 a.m. Eastern today. Watch live: ngpa.us/30443