Joshua W. Larson

I post @USMC news with a focus on senior USMC leaders @CMC_MarineCorps, @USMCSgtMaj, and the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. Views = own.

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

I see you LPD-30

[Chris Cavas @CavasShips]

ZUMWALT DDG1000 at HII Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula MS on 30 Aug halfway through her 2-year modernization overhaul. Both 152mm guns have been removed, the forward location to be used for Conventional Prompt Strike hypersonic weapons. HARRISBURG LPD30 is at left in 3rd view

[Commandant of the @USMC @CMC_MarineCorps]

I’ve released my CPG, which outlines my vision for the future. FD continues as we adapt to the changing character of war. The CPG highlights a continuous 3.0 MEU presence, but most important is that it reaffirms our core values as the lynchpin of success.
https://t.co/1YMXu7TKRW

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

The latest from @JustinSKatz

https://t.co/n4btYSFYkK

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

@CTReese2 @USMC Very tame compared to the last CPG.

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

Release is imminent… @USMC

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

@kaylahaas @92huskies Kayla, keep in mind that PACS-Q at DINFOS is entry-level. We’re supposed to get advanced education from our leaders in the Fleet, but our community isn’t great at that. Not bad, but not great. Also, Haditha was a huge deal at the time. Lots of internal reflection among Marines.

[Commandant of the @USMC @CMC_MarineCorps]

Pleased to announce ⁦@USNavyCNO⁩ and I signed an MOU last week to ensure consistency and uniformity in how each service talks about amphibious force readiness. This will help the ⁦@USNavy⁩ and ⁦@USMC⁩ better plan and execute naval ops. https://t.co/gC6H4Mz8PK

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

This was an inspiring scene.

[Commandant of the @USMC @CMC_MarineCorps]

No better feeling than promoting a deserving ⁦Marine to Non-Commissioned Officer. ⁦@USMC⁩ ⁦@USMarineCorps⁩ ⁦@USMCSgtMaj⁩ https://t.co/oKB0e0NnEV

[Commandant of the @USMC @CMC_MarineCorps]

The pleasure was all mine @usambnl. Thank you for your support to our Nation and our @USMC Marines.

[Department of War 🇺🇸 @DeptofWar]

On the 80th anniversary of #DDay, we honor the courage of those who stormed the beaches and the paratroopers who descended behind enemy lines. Their sacrifice and bravery continue to inspire.

#DDay80

Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/IW4Va3EI1H

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

This!!!!
https://t.co/Amn4oEspNV

@CMC_MarineCorps @USMCSgtMaj

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

@JustinSKatz @jhlad @USMC @iloewenson There’s still time.

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

I once invited media to a @USMC b-day run from Pentagon to the War Memorial, met with laughs and “yeah rights” from Press. Except one. @iloewenson was like, “I’m new, can I come?” She showed up in purple among a sea of green on green. It was the start of a great relationship.

[Irene Loewenson @iloewenson]

Today is my last day at Military Times. I have loved reporting on the Marine Corps for the past two years. To my editors, to my colleagues, to the many Marines who have let me tell their stories: I am deeply grateful.

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

Happening now: @CMC_MarineCorps and @USMCSgtMaj holding an “ask me anything” sit down with the @MSG_Duty Marines in Paris. Both are in France to commemorate the 106th anniversary of Belleau Wood and to hold meetings with diplomats and military counterparts.

[Commandant of the @USMC @CMC_MarineCorps]

Today, I had the pleasure of administering the oath to 258 new @USMC 2nd Lts at the @NavalAcademy. They answered the call & stand at the beginning of a path they won’t forget, leading the finest our Nation has to offer through an uncertain future. Welcome to our family, Marines.

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

I can say with high confidence that Gen Berger wasn’t ready to hang up his gloves for good before he retired. Stranger things have happened.

[Brian O'Rourke @BrianDefNerd]

At some point in the next year (maybe soon), there will be a new SecNav. I can't think of a better candidate than retired CMC David Berger, for about a thousand reasons.

[Aaron-Matthew Lariosa @AaronMatthew_L]

The Marine Corps new Amphibious Combat Vehicle makes its debut in the Indo-Pacific during 🇵🇭🇺🇸 Balikatan 2024. Embarked on the amphib USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), the ACVs conducted a live-fire exercise at Oyster Bay, Palawan.

USMC 📸 by Lance Cpl. Peyton Kahle

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

ICYMI, great reporting here from ⁦@iloewenson⁩.

What Marines may be learning from Houthi tactics in the Red Sea https://t.co/8mC3id83Tv

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

@SebastianBae @CMC_MarineCorps Happy this meeting came together. Did you see you made his IG Reel? (You’re welcome)

[Joshua W. Larson @jwlarson2]

Happening now: setup for @ModernDayMarine. If you’re in the NCR this week, stop in and see the current and future state of warfighting in the @USMC and the joint force. @CMC_MarineCorps, @USMCSgtMaj and others speaking, Chesty the bulldog sightings, too. You can register on-site.