Tom Porter

It might be a little chilly these days, but it's only 143 days until the official start of SEERSUCKER SEASON in DC! #TheMilCoalition

Holiday scenes from around Capitol Hill. Merry Christmas, Everyone!

Checking in from North Springfield, VA! #Voted

Happy #Navy250! Today I'm honoring the service of my late Father-in-law, Vietnam veteran James R. Williams, pictured here aboard the USS Willis A. Lee (DD-929) in 1966. Although he departed this summer, his service and that of many others lives on in the great Navy we have today.

Beautiful ceremony to retire my good friend, Navy CDR Doug High, with his wife Lyssa, sons, Shipmates, and good friends today in Lexington, KY. Doug and I served together a long time, and wishing him and his family fair winds and following seas! #NavyReserve

In reversal, Pentagon keeps women’s advisory group, adds four more A 75-year-old committee advocating for women in the military will be revived as part of a phased return of 39 DOD groups put on pause earlier this year.

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In-N-Out even hits just right in Delano, CA. 3X3 with peppers and animal fries, and t-shirts for the girls.

Breakfast at The Wedge after checking out the crab catch at Dory. Waves are calmer than usual. #California #WestCoast

Totally not DC

Wheels down. Need a Double Double next!

Afghans who helped US military at risk of deportation

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How to help Texas flood victims and first responders Local officials have asked for financial donations, while the Salvation Army and World Central Kitchen are providing support on the ground.

How to help Texas flood victims and first responders

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200 Marines sent to Florida to support ICE, U.S. Northern Command says The military said the Marines will not conduct law enforcement and will instead handle “clerical functions” to help process detainees at ICE facilities.

200 Marines sent to Florida to support ICE, U.S. Northern Command says

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Afghanistan War Commission hears from vets as it tackles troop surge The commission will hold a multipanel hearing on what for many is a defining point of the war: President Barack Obama’s troop surge in late 2009.

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Retired Navy Captain Tom Porter on Army 250 Celebration FOX 5's Jacqueline Matter shares stories of Army service members and their families for the Army's 250th including with Tom Porter a retired US Navy Captain and Blue Star Families VP of Government Aff...

Great fun joining Jacqueline Matter for her Fox5 DC coverage of #Army250 on behalf of Blue Star Families. I don't recall ever saying "hooah" on air before, and I enjoyed highlighting BSF programs, chapters, research, and military family needs. fox5dc.com/video/1658373 #BlueStarImpact

Happy Flag Day! I shot this in 2007 as we left the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6) in the Arabian Gulf to visit other Navy ships in the area.

USS Harry S. Truman is Back - USNI News NAVAL STATION NORFOLK, Va. — The good vibes began for the crew of USS Stout (DDG-55) before the destroyer arrived at the pier on Sunday. Stout’s commander Cmdr. Desmond Walker, back from an eight-mont...

WELCOME HOME and BZ!!
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I'm in a competition with my Blue Star Families colleagues to see who can get more military, veterans and family members to take our annual survey. Take a few minutes to give your input that helps our advocacy efforts. Thanks for your time! #BlueStarImpact
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Pentagon leaders name new senior enlisted adviser Navy Master Chief David Isom will replace Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy Black as the senior enlisted adviser to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs.

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Beautiful morning outside Arlington. Headed in soon.

Military Moves, School Enrollment and Spouse Employment Were Upended by Tuberville Promotions Blockade For the bulk of 2023, Tuberville placed the hold on all nominations for general and flag officers, which must be approved by the Senate.

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Nice quiet night on the porch admiring the fresh cut lawn before the mosquitoes and heat come in a few weeks.

Came across this menu I built of my favorite foods I was craving in Afghanistan back in n 2010. Looking back, I'm missing fresh California strawberries and Italian pastas here. #NavyReserve #Afghanistan

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Happy Good Friday, from Southern Virginia headed into Tennessee. Southbound and down.

Operation Timeline Comprehensive timeline of the Trump administration’s impact and changes to the Department of Defense, military branches and military culture.

Interesting. @thewarhorsenews.bsky.social
is tracking the Administration’s actions focusing on the military and veterans. The timeline features links to executive orders, directives and other official actions plus news articles and social media posts. thewarhorse.org/trump-timeli...

‘There’s a war on vets’: Dems launch plans to counter Trump’s VA moves Democratic lawmakers vow to block bills, slow nominations and hold their own hearings to protest planned cuts to veterans programs.

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Column | The fastest, most-accurate fast-food drive-throughs, and more! Which chain is most likely to get your order wrong? Where is the drive-through capital of America? Plus news about an iconic IT profession.

The fastest, most-accurate fast-food drive-throughs, and more!

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Fresh haircut, ready for a ride! 🐶 #Jeep #JeepDog #OIIIIIIIO

Good morning Virginia Beach! Ready for some volleyball. Let's go Metro Fairfax Girls!