The 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric M. Smith, delivers remarks during a cake cutting ceremony at the Pentagon, Nov. 5, 2025. The ceremony took place in honor of the Marine Corps 250th birthday and included the marching of the colors, cake-cutting, reciting of the birthday message, and remarks by guest speakers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Abigail Hutcheson)
The 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit began humanitarian operations in Jamaica, delivering essential medical supplies and food while coordinating with Joint Task Force-Bravo following Hurricane Melissa’s impact on October 28, 2025. As a rapid-response force under U.S. Southern Command, the 22nd MEU is equipped to provide foreign assistance and stabilize affected communities with speed and precision.
The 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit began humanitarian operations in Jamaica, delivering essential medical supplies and food while coordinating with Joint Task Force-Bravo following Hurricane Melissa’s impact on October 28, 2025. As a rapid-response force under U.S. Southern Command, the 22nd MEU is equipped to provide foreign assistance and stabilize affected communities with speed and precision.