Office of the Secretary of the Air Force

This Memorial Day, we honor the service and sacrifice of the brave Americans who gave their lives for this great nation. We will never forget their courage, their devotion, and the freedoms they fought to defend.

At today’s Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, I highlighted how the President’s budget request will help ensure the #Air and #Space Forces accelerate modernization at the speed we need. #Modernization #USAF #USSF

I recently had the chance to meet with more of our industry partners in Southern California. On the ground, I found a cluster of companies modernizing to achieve the high ground in space, manufacture faster and cheaper, and bring the latest technology to the warfighter. Together, we are working towards a common goal of equipping our #Airmen and #Guardians faster to protect our great nation.

Thanks to the team at @USSF_SSC for a great visit last week!

Today, I testified in front of the House Armed Services Committee, outlining the FY 2027 budget request to meet DAF priorities: strengthen readiness, modernize the force, take care of our #Airmen and #Guardians, and invest in next-gen tech to maintain a competitive edge in Air & Space. #AirForce #SpaceForce #Budget #Defense @usairforce I @USSpaceForce

🌌🔬The DoW Space Test Program has teamed up w/ @NASA & global partners to launch STP-H11 & POLARIS to the ISS. From cutting-edge space tech to biotech breakthroughs, these missions are pushing the boundaries of science and defense. ssc.spaceforce.mil/Newsroom/Artic…

Today we honor all the men and women who raised their right hand to serve this great nation 🇺🇸! Thank you for your service! @usairforce | @USSpaceForce

Six 55th FS pilots received the Distinguished Flying Cross for combat heroism during Operation Midnight Hammer. Their actions demonstrated the skill, precision & combat capability that underpin American airpower. dvidshub.net/r/pu919n

Our Total Force #Airmen - always ready when called upon! @DeptofWar | @USAFReserve

What was once theory is now proven. America’s leaders, allies, and adversaries all understand the advantage space delivers in modern conflict. And behind it all is a lethal, combat-credible force of Space Force Guardians on the Invisible Front Line.

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the incredible mothers across the @usairforce and the @USSpaceForce. Thank you for your dedication to service and strength in protecting our nation.

Thanks to President Trump’s $1.5 trillion defense budget, this War Department has moved from bureaucracy to business. This is a FISCALLY RESPONSIBLE INVESTMENT in our Arsenal of Freedom—ensuring our military remains the most lethal fighting force in the world.

250 years of freedom wasn’t given. It was earned, defended, and built over generations. Today, the @USSpaceForce stands watch in the space domain to secure it for the next 250 🇺🇸

Last week after my industry engagement in St. Louis, I had the chance to stop by the 2026 VEX Robotics World Championship High School Event.  I truly believe that the skills that these students are learning as part of these teams are critical to our national security, and I look forward to welcoming those who are interested in becoming an #Airman or #Guardian into the @usairforce and @usspaceforce. @USAFRecruiting I @HQ_AFJROTC

You can see more from my trip to the robotics world championship on the @secafofficial Instagram account: instagram.com/reel/DX4Ri11xX…

“By intentionally integrating the 747-8i platform now, we are doing more than bridging a gap; we are executing a strategic stand-up of a high-consequence fleet." – @SecAFOfficial Troy Meink 1/2

I am pleased to support the nomination of Lt. Gen. Doug Schiess to be our next Chief of Space Operations. He brings the operational experience, strategic mindset and leadership we need to continue that momentum and ensure space capabilities remain a decisive advantage for our nation. spaceforce.mil/News/Article-D…

This morning I testified in front of the HAC-D Committee on the Department of the Air Force's Fiscal Year 2027 budget request. This budget represents a clear-eyed assessment of the threats we face and a disciplined strategy to meet them, as well as invests in our #Airmen and #Guardians. You can watch my full statement below.