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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

An Air Force Academy cadet holds and aims a silver rifle with one eye to a scope.

Eyeing Victory

U.S. Air Force Academy cadet Lily Wytko aims a rifle during practice in Colorado Springs, Colo., Nov. 13, 2025. The academy rifle team kicked off its season Nov. 16 with a victory against Ohio State.

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