250525-N-FC892-1227 PHILIPPINE SEA, (May 25, 2025) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 1st Class Jaquan Morgan, from New York assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) launches an F-35B Lightning II aircraft from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 while conducting flight operations in the Philippine Sea, May 25. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Cole Pursley)
Kiggans Issues Statement on Servicemember Deaths in Jordan
WASHINGTON, DC: Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) released the following statement regarding reportsthat three American servicemembers were killed and 25 were wounded in an Iran-backed unmanned drone attack in Jordan.
“I am both sad and angry learning about the death of three servicemembers and the injury of 25 in Jordan. My prayers are with their families and friends. Make no mistake: this attack is not an isolated incident. For months, American troops have been under unrelenting attack by Iran-backed groups across the Middle East. These acts of aggression cannot go unanswered. I look forward to reviewing the Department of Defense’s plan of action to prevent further aggression and ensure the safety and security of our troops in the region and around the world.”