U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 8 And Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), both with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct an aviation delivered ground refueling exercise on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Caroline, Jan. 23, 2026. This training enhances the readiness of the 24th MEU by providing its Marines the capability to refuel aircraft at forward locations, extending their operational range and time on station. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Allison White)
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Douglas McDonough, off-going commanding officer of 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, delivers remarks during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 14, 2026. The change of command ceremony symbolizes the passing of authority and responsibility from the off-going to the oncoming commanding officer. During the ceremony, McDonough relinquished command of 2nd Intel Bn. to Lt. Col. Robert Epstein. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. DeMontae Stovall)
