Foremost on our minds are the people of #Ukraine. Russia poses an acute threat to the world order, with its unprovoked invasion & brutal tactics. (1 of 2) defense.gov/News/Speeches/…

We just kicked off a historic meeting — more than 40 countries gathered together to help Ukraine win the fight against Russia's unjust invasion. Our goal is to leave here with a common, transparent understanding of Ukraine's short-term and long-term security requirements.

What we see is a U.S. that is advantaged by an incredible innovation ecosystem through the spirit of the American people here at home, and with Allies & partners abroad - an Alliance network that is unparalleled to be part of, and to be a leader of. The Economist

I was delighted that more than 40 countries joined today’s virtual Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting. We had a highly productive set of discussions, and we welcomed a host of brand new security assistance announcements from literally all over the world: (1/5)

A bittersweet day for me, as it’s my last day as Pentagon Press Secretary. It’s been the honor of a lifetime serving President Donald J. Trump, @SecDef, and all of the outstanding men and women at the @DeptofDefense. I’m certainly going to miss it!

Our nation’s great democracy has succeeded through the dedication, sacrifice & vision of great Americans who gave everything to defend our principles & way of life. On this #MemorialDay, we express our deepest gratitude to the those Americans who gave their lives to protect it.

One of my final conversations at #SLD22 in Singapore was with my good friend Minister 岸 信夫 🇯🇵. The U.S.-Japan alliance remains the cornerstone of regional security.

The Department of Defense 🇺🇸 is stunned and deeply saddened by the senseless murder of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. His killing is a tragedy for the people of Japan 🇯🇵 and for all those who value a free and open Indo-Pacific. (1/5)

Russia’s cruel and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine 🇺🇦 has spurred the international community into action, and the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting I hosted today — attended by some 50 countries — is just another sign of how nations of goodwill are rising to the moment.

.@SecDef: The United States has also committed to sending more HIMARS munitions, precision-guided artillery ammunition, tactical vehicles, and other urgently needed support.

Our service members are working incredibly hard — day and night, around the clock, and at record speed — to get these packages into the hands of the Ukrainian people. We remain firmly committed to continuing our assistance.

A year ago today, we lost 13 of our own — our best and bravest — in a vicious attack at Abbey Gate outside the Kabul airport. I hope that every American will pause to remember not only these 13 heroes, but all of the 2,461 we lost during our nation’s longest war.

Our @DeptofDefense service members & civilians could save thousands of dollars on student loans through temporary changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. It takes just a few minutes to apply. Don’t miss out - applications are due by Oct 31. defense.gov/News/Releases/…

As part of the @DeptofDefense effort to take care of our Service members and their families, we’re funding commissaries to offer at least 25% savings to their patrons. You should start seeing lower prices in the next few weeks.

Tonight at 7:14pm EST, NASA will purposefully crash a spacecraft into an asteroid to test deflection strategies for protecting Earth. Purdue EAPS planetary scientist Michelle Thompson spoke to ABC News on the #DARTMission & how it one day may save humankind. purdue.university/3E3SVsK

.@SecDef Austin's first priority is to defend the nation, which includes modernization and #innovation to achieve that goal. My job is to make sure we can connect his vision to the outcomes of the @DeptofDefense, & deliver to the warfighter & the taxpayer what they expect.

Throughout my travel, I've seen a lot of amazing @DeptofDefense advances in technology & innovation. None of those things would be possible without the spirit, tenacity & hard work of brave #Americans who have dedicated themselves to our US nat'l security.

1/ The SCOTUS ruling on reproductive health has real readiness, recruiting, & retention implications for the Force. We've heard concerns from many of our people about the uncertainty they now face in accessing reproductive health care, including abortion services.

I was deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of former Secretary of Defense Ash Carter. The @DeptofDefense mourns the loss of a great patriot who devoted his life to strengthening the security of the country that he loved. defense.gov/News/Releases/…

As DepSec, Ash Carter broke through bureaucracy to deliver capabilities downrange in Iraq & Afg. As SecDef, he set a legacy by tapping into the diversity of talent across this nation & opening all military occupations to women. I will miss his insight, candor and comradery.