U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak Conducts Search and Rescue Demonstration during DHS Secretary, USCG Commandant and Alaska Sen. Sullivan visit [Image 3 of 16]
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, speaks to reporters during a visit to U.S. Air Station Kodiak, Alaska, Aug. 11, 2026. Sullivan, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Kevin E. Lunday visited the installation to recognize Coast Guard personnel, discuss upcoming changes, and engage with the workforce and local community on the service’s evolving mission and continued role in safeguarding Alaska and the Arctic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Chen)