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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Two sailors face each other with their right hands raised as fellow service members watch while standing in formation under a palm tree during the day.

Palm to Palm

Navy Cmdr. John Frank, left, swears in Lt. Cmdr. Salvatore Stassi during a promotion ceremony at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, Calif., April 1, 2026.

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