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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A man in civilian business attire is standing and speaking behind a lectern outdoors. A large group of military members in dress uniform attire are standing in the background, along with an American flag and a POW/MIA recognition flag.

National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth delivers remarks at the 2025 National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 19, 2025.

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