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FIRST LADY INTERVIEW - First Lady Michelle Obama sits for an interview with Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Liz Murry, Pentagon Channel anchor and producer, for Military Spouses Day at the White House, May 7, 2009. The First Lady is a strong supporter of military spouses and families.White House photo by Samantha Appleton

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HONORING MILITARY SPOUSES

First Lady Vows More Support for Military Spouses

First Lady Michelle Obama was surprised to learn that most military families feel their struggles often go unnoticed, she said in an interview with The Pentagon Channel and American Forces Press Service. Story

MILITARY NEWS

Marine Ospreys to Be Deployed Globally

After three combat deployments over more than 19 consecutive months, Marine Corps MV-22 Ospreys will begin a global tour with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit. Story

NATIONAL GUARD

Equipment Remains 'Area of Concern' for Guard

Critical dual-use items needed for both domestic and overseas missions are a top priority for the National Guard. Story

• Units Maintain Aerial Firefighting Certification

WARRIOR CARE

Good Mental Health Care Keeps Warriors Strong

Army Secretary Pete Geren marked the Army's Mental Health Month of May by visiting soldiers assigned to the Warrior Transition Unit at Fort Jackson, S.C., to discuss mental health issues. Story

AROUND THE SERVICES

• Army Begins Operation Unified Quest 2009

• Marines Keep Transition Teams Rolling in Iraq

• U.S., Peruvian Submariners Train Together

• Refuelers Keep Air Force Soaring

TOP NEWS

Defense Officials Unveil 'Reform Budget' Request

Pentagon budget experts unveiled the Defense Department budget request, describing Secretary Robert M. Gates’ recommendations as a “reform budget.” Story

Gates: Taliban ‘Overreached’ in Pakistan

The Taliban “overreached” in their offensive in Pakistan’s Buner district, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said in Kabul. Story | Special | Transcript | Photos

• Gates Pays Surprise Visit to Afghanistan

U.S. Regrets Any Loss of Innocent Lives in Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Says

The United States, coalition and Afghan government regret even one innocent civilian death, and they will continue to do all they can to avoid civilian casualties, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said during a visit to Kabul. Story | Special

Gates Focuses on Troops' Needs

Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates visited two remote outposts in Afghanistan that will accommodate incoming troops and thanked the soldiers for providing the security foundation needed for the Afghanistan-Pakistan strategy to succeed. Story | Special | Photos