Colby Jenkins

Green Beret, combat veteran, working to make and keep America great.

[DOW Rapid Response @DOWResponse]

FROM @POTUS — At my direction, the United States Southern Command delivered a swift and lethal kinetic strike to successfully execute Niño Guerrero, the infamous leader of Tren De Aragua, one of the most bloodthirsty Terrorist Organizations on Planet Earth. Before I returned to office, Joe Biden opened our Southern Border to millions of Illegal Criminals, and allowed this foreign army to rape, maim, and murder American Citizens with total impunity. During my Campaign, I pledged to expel these monsters from our Country, and bring Justice to the families of those they slaughtered, including the precious 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, 22-year-old Laken Reilly, and countless other beautiful souls. With this action, the United States Military has brought retribution for them, their families, and their loved ones. Early in my Administration, I delivered on my promise to designate Tren de Aragua as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, deport thousands of evil criminals, and wage war against the Cartels, who have long been waging war against our Citizens, while weak leaders left America helpless and defensive. This action was coordinated closely with our friends in Venezuela, with whom we are working very well. As a result, Tren de Aragua terrorists no longer have safe haven in Venezuela or anywhere else and, under my leadership, we will find these vicious murderers and drugs lords anytime, anyplace, and send them to the depths of hell where they belong. GOD BLESS AMERICA! President DONALD J. TRUMP

[U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) @USAfricaCommand]

On May 18, #AFRICOM, conducted counter terrorism efforts in coordination with Nigeria against an ISIS fighter camp in NE Nigeria. No U.S. or Nigerian forces were harmed.

Full press release: https://t.co/uDJBlRaQAU

#AFRICOM #Nigeria #CounterTerrorism

[Pete Hegseth @PeteHegseth]

Last night U.S. forces, in coordination with the Armed Forces of Nigeria, killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki and other ISIS leaders.

Back in November 2025, President Trump declared to the world that we will help protect Christians in Nigeria and instructed the Department of War to prepare for action. So, for months, we hunted this top ISIS leader in Nigeria who was killing Christians, and we killed him—and his entire posse.

In conjunction with Nigeria’s President, and at the direction of President Trump, U.S. Africa Command oversaw a precise operation to remove this terrorist.

Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was the senior ISIS General Directorate of Provinces Emir — the number two for ISIS globally — responsible for overseeing the planning of attacks, directing hostage-taking and managing financial operations. The removal of him and other ISIS personnel makes Americans safer by further degrading ISIS’s ability to plan and carry out attacks that threaten the U.S. homeland, American citizens, and innocent civilians.

Operations like last night’s demonstrate the exceptional lethality, patience and skill of U.S. forces, amplified alongside willing and capable partners, to address shared threats. This should serve as a reminder that we will hunt down those who wish to harm Americans or innocent Christians, wherever they are.

[U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) @USAfricaCommand]

Last night's operation targeted a significant presence of ISIS fighters in Northeastern Nigeria eliminating multiple high value individuals including Abu-Bilal al-Minuki.

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

Last week, DASW Jenkins met with HRH King Abdullah II of Jordan and other national reps in London. The meetings—part of the Aqaba Process—were aimed at strengthening mil & security cooperation, fostering intel sharing, and developing regional strategies to combat terrorism.

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

DASW(IWCT) Colby Jenkins, with reps from @DeptofWar, @USAfricaCommand, and @StateDept, visited Nigeria Jan 20 – 23, 2026. They met with Nigerian counterparts on counterterrorism, security, and defense matters, helping to address shared interests and advance bilateral relations.

[Karoline Leavitt @PressSec]

🚨NEW from President Trump:

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

On November 19, a/PDASW Colby Jenkins visited @NDU_CISA for a fireside chat on irregular warfare led by Dr. Matthew Dearing. The audience included US and international students at the Fort McNair and Fort Bragg classrooms. Thank you to CISA for hosting and for a great discussion!

[Mike Lee @BasedMikeLee]

As a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I’m a Christian

As Latter-day Saints, we believe that:

• Jesus Christ is the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Virgin Mary (Luke 1:35)

• He is the Creator and God of the Old Testament and the Savior of the New Testament (John 1:1-3)

• He lived a sinless life, took upon Himself the sins of all mankind, and atoned for us through His suffering and death (1 Peter 2:22, Alma 7:11-12)

• He rose on the third day, ensuring our resurrection and offering eternal life through faith in Him (1 Corinthians 15:20-22)

• He is the only way to salvation (Acts 4:12)

We worship Jesus Christ, follow His teachings, and take upon His name through baptism and weekly sacrament

The Book of Mormon, alongside the Bible, testifies of His divinity and mission

As our Church’s name declares, Jesus Christ is at the heart of our religion

He is the author and finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:2)

If that doesn’t make us Christians, I don’t know what does

You may define Christianity differently, and that’s your right

If you do, that doesn’t change my faith in Jesus Christ

Nor does it diminish my respect for your sacred beliefs

Not for a moment

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

This past Saturday, PTDO ASW Colby Jenkins joined The American Friends of Lafayette & The Doughboy Foundation for a ceremony celebrating the 268th birthday of the Marquis de Lafayette. Known as the "Hero of Two Worlds," Lafayette rallied French support to the American Revolution.

[Pete Hegseth @PeteHegseth]

God bless our brave & selfless troops.

[Department of War 🇺🇸 @DeptofWar]

Secretary Hegseth, Earl Matthews, Colby Jenkins and Derrick Anderson all once proudly served the D.C. National Guard.

Now they proudly serve in the Pentagon.

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

Whether in remote bases, underwater platforms, or urban conflict zones, #SOF leverages advanced tech to succeed. Tech-enabled by design means incorporating UAVs, AI, Cyber & EW directly into tactical formations. SOF: innovative, adaptable, and equipped to face any challenge.

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

Improving #lethality, #warfighting, and #readiness are paramount for @DeptofDefense. That’s why SO/LIC is prioritizing designing the future SOF Force to prevail in future conflicts. With the right SOF size, structure, posture and capability mix, we can reestablish deterrence.

[SOCNORTH @socnorth]

Last week, SOCNORTH leadership hosted Colby Jenkins, @ASD_SOLIC at Peterson Space Force Base, Colo., July 24, 2025. Jenkins' visited the new SOCNORTH headquarters building, Frederick Hall, and discussed special operations forces' support to homeland defense.

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

PTDO ASD Jenkins and MCPO Rhinelander met with @USArmy @USASOCNews soldiers from 10th SFG(A) and awarded challenge coins for outstanding service, performance, and dedication to duty #WarriorEthos

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

PTDO ASD Colby Jenkins & Senior Enlisted Advisor MCPO Brad Rhinelander visited the 10th Special Forces Group at @USArmy_FtCarson and received a brief on ongoing ops and unit priorities. 10th SFG(A) is geographically aligned with US European Command @USASOCNews @USSOCOM

[U.S. Space Command @US_SpaceCom]

Gen. Stephen Whiting, #USSPACECOM commander, hosted Colby Jenkins, @ASD_SOLIC, to the command HQ. USSPACECOM and Special Operations Forces strengthen operations by integrating capabilities, expanding options, and enhancing mission effectiveness.

[OASW (SO/LIC) @ASW_SOLIC]

Mr. Jenkins and MCPO Rhinelander met with the #TeamSOCOM wheelchair rugby team and cheered them on to victory in their gold medal game.
Congratulations to all of the #DWG2025 athletes and best of luck in your events!

[French Defense Attaché in the United States @FRDefenseUSA]

Strong #DDay commemoration at French ambassador's residence, honoring Allied #SpecialOperations Forces: OSS, SOE, SAS, Maquis, & Rangers who LED THE WAY on Pointe-du-Hoc @osssociety @USASOCNews @ASD_SOLIC @JadeFiducial @LesGCasseesUBFT @SoutienCommando @franceintheus