https://www.mycg.uscg.mil U.S. Department of Homeland Security Commentaries RSS Feed en-us Fri, 08 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT Sun, 10 May 2026 20:16:41 GMT https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4467802/to-europe-and-the-far-east-pacific-areas-over-175-years-of-history/ From Aztec shore to Arctic Zone; to Europe and Far East; the flag is carried by our ships; in times of war and peace.<br /> Fri, 08 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT William H. Thiesen, Ph.D., Atlantic Area Historian https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4467802/to-europe-and-the-far-east-pacific-areas-over-175-years-of-history/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve Veterans Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4480615/coast-guard-sets-up-summer-training-sprints-to-meet-increasing-demand-for-reser/ The Coast Guard needs qualified Reservist. Sign up now to get your qualifications at regional sites across the country.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/May/08/2003926008/150/150/0/260421-G-G0100-1002.JPG' alt='Four USCG Small-Boats with crew are tied up at a dock on a sunny day. The crews, wearing cold water survival gear and lifejackets, look jubilant with high morale.' /> <br /> Fri, 08 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT LT Luke Pinneo https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4480615/coast-guard-sets-up-summer-training-sprints-to-meet-increasing-demand-for-reser/ Civilian Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4461549/behind-the-scenes-with-hitron/ The Coast Guard’s helicopter interdiction crews had their best year ever. <br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Apr/16/2003913733/150/150/0/250828-G-ZV000-1001.JPG' alt='Crew members from Coast Guard Cutter Midgett (WMSL 757), the Coast Guard Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON), Coast Guard Tactical Law Enforcement Team – South personnel pose for a group photo aboard the Cutter Midgett&#39;s flight deck, alongside an unmanned ariel vehicle and an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter while underway in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, Aug. 28, 2025' /> <br /> Thu, 07 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT PO1 David Weydert, MyCG Writer https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4461549/behind-the-scenes-with-hitron/ Civilian Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4478999/coast-guard-to-establish-new-command-for-deployable-specialized-forces/  Coast Guard Special Missions Command will oversee specialized forces as they face increased demands and new challenges <br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/May/06/2003924964/150/150/0/251022-G-PJ308-1073.JPG' alt='Coast Guard deployable specialized forces assigned to the Coast Guard Maritime Security Team – East stow a fast rope during training with a U.S. Navy MH-60S Seahawk helicopter aircrew from the Helicopter Sea Combat – Squadron 11 (HSC-11) while underway aboard Coast Guard Cutter Richard Snyder (WPC 1127) on the James River in Newport News, Virginia, Oct. 22, 2025. Coast Guard DSF personnel conducted boarding team delivery and fast-rope training with HSC-11 to increase interoperability and enable team member qualification. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Brandon Hillard)' /> <br /> Wed, 06 May 2026 17:21:00 GMT Kathy Murray, MyCG Senior Writer https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4478999/coast-guard-to-establish-new-command-for-deployable-specialized-forces/ Civilian Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4473117/your-ay26-move-what-to-know-about-pcsing-during-a-funding-lapse/ PCS season continues with improved systems and robust support for members and families.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Apr/24/2003919622/150/150/0/180725-F-UG882-1004.JPG' alt='Boxes are loaded onto a moving truck as part of a Permanent Change of Station on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, July 18, 2025. The Department of Defense established the Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force to improve the moving experience for military members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stephanie Henry)' /> <br /> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:21:00 GMT Zach Shapiro, MyCG Staff https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4473117/your-ay26-move-what-to-know-about-pcsing-during-a-funding-lapse/ Family Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4472026/step-forward-coast-guard-marks-sexual-assault-awareness-and-prevention-month/ The Coast Guard has proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Oct/01/2003813780/150/150/0/251001-G-M0101-1001.JPG' alt='USCG Emblem' /> <br /> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:39:00 GMT Rear Admiral Shane Steiner https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4472026/step-forward-coast-guard-marks-sexual-assault-awareness-and-prevention-month/ Civilian Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4444928/celebrating-40-years-of-the-coast-guard-ombudsman-program/ The Coast Guard Ombudsman program celebrates four decades of service.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Mar/26/2003676458/150/150/0/250326-G-M0101-3001.JPG' alt='Ombudsman Appreciation Day.' /> <br /> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:09:00 GMT CG Workforce Family Services Support https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4444928/celebrating-40-years-of-the-coast-guard-ombudsman-program/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4409206/government-funding-lapse/ Coast Guard continues critical operations while non-essential activities pause.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Oct/01/2003813780/150/150/0/251001-G-M0101-1001.JPG' alt='USCG Emblem' /> <br /> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:08:00 GMT MyCG Staff https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4409206/government-funding-lapse/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve Veterans Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4319467/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-2026-funding-lapse/ Guidance for the Coast Guard workforce and their families during the 2026 lapse in federal appropriations.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Oct/01/2003813780/150/150/0/251001-G-M0101-1001.JPG' alt='USCG Emblem' /> <br /> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:05:00 GMT MyCG Staff https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4319467/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-2026-funding-lapse/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4319488/where-can-i-find-financial-resources-during-a-shutdown/ These resources can help you with financial concerns you might face during the lapse in federal appropriations. <br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Oct/01/2003813780/150/150/0/251001-G-M0101-1001.JPG' alt='USCG Emblem' /> <br /> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:04:00 GMT The U.S. Coast Guard Personal Financial Management Program https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4319488/where-can-i-find-financial-resources-during-a-shutdown/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4319501/coast-guard-mutual-assistance-ready-to-support-coast-guard-families-during-gove/ CGMA is ready to provide interest-free loans to cover essential expenses such as rent, insurance, childcare, and food.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2024/Nov/21/2003592012/150/150/0/241121-G-M0101-3001.JPG' alt='CGMA celebrates 100 years' /> <br /> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:03:00 GMT Coast Guard Mutual Assistance https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4319501/coast-guard-mutual-assistance-ready-to-support-coast-guard-families-during-gove/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4406533/kimballsecond-most-important-civilian-in-coast-guard-history/ Through his remarkable 53-year career in federal service, Sumner Kimball shaped the modern U.S. Coast Guard, leaving a lasting legacy.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Feb/13/2003875545/150/150/0/260213-G-M0101-1001.PNG' alt='(Left) Vintage photograph of Sumner Kimball early in his Treasury Department career. (Right) Photograph of U.S. Life-Saving Service General Superintendent, Sumner Kimball, late in his service career. (U.S. Coast Guard)' /> <br /> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:01:00 GMT Willam H. Thiesen, Ph.D., Coast Guard Historian’s Office https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4406533/kimballsecond-most-important-civilian-in-coast-guard-history/ Civilian Officer Enlisted Reserve Veterans https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4405564/service-uses-your-feedback-to-improve-coast-guard-managed-housing/ With a record 44% response rate, your feedback is now driving the future of the Coast Guard’s housing program.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Oct/01/2003813780/150/150/0/251001-G-M0101-1001.JPG' alt='USCG Emblem' /> <br /> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:57:28 GMT AJ Pulkkinen, MyCG writer https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4405564/service-uses-your-feedback-to-improve-coast-guard-managed-housing/ Family Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4403841/increasing-awareness-of-the-coast-guard-its-missions-and-career-opportunities/  Partnerships in Education (PIE) Program recognizes winners of 2025 PIE Awards.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Feb/11/2003874460/150/150/0/260211-G-M0101-1001.PNG' alt='PIE Program volunteers from Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston a 2025 PIE Award winner at USCG STEM NOLA Buoyancy &amp; Density Workshop at San Jacinto College Maritime Campus, LaPorte, TX. From left to right: AUX Glenn A. Colaco, LTJG Thomas D. Unger, MST1 (now ENS) Brandon R. Nidiffer, ENS (now LTJG) Catarina L. Goncalves, MCPO Jenell D. Kindregan, ENS (now LTJG) Zachary O. Broomfield, CDR Kelly M. Brown, and LT Phung P. Pham. Photo taken by STEM NOLA photographer.' /> <br /> Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:04:18 GMT Scott Lanum, Civil Rights Director, U.S. Coast Guard https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4403841/increasing-awareness-of-the-coast-guard-its-missions-and-career-opportunities/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4403421/uss-serpenscoast-guards-worst-loss-of-life-over-80-years-ago/ A vital supply line in the Pacific, the USS Serpens was destroyed in one of the largest disasters in U.S. Coast Guard history.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Feb/11/2003874399/150/150/0/260211-G-M0101-1002.PNG' alt='USS Serpens at anchor somewhere in the Pacific islands with derricks extended to take on cargo. (U.S. Navy)' /> <br /> Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:20:17 GMT William H. Thiesen, Ph.D., Coast Guard Historian’s Office https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4403421/uss-serpenscoast-guards-worst-loss-of-life-over-80-years-ago/ Civilian Officer Enlisted Reserve Veterans Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4402571/turn-your-business-idea-into-a-reality/ Apply now for the Spring 2026 Veteran Ventures Program Cohort.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Feb/10/2003873922/150/150/0/260210-G-M0101-1002.PNG' alt='The Veteran Ventures Program (VVP)' /> <br /> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:09:00 GMT Jessamy McKay Ackerman, Civilian Career Management (CCM) Program Manager https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4402571/turn-your-business-idea-into-a-reality/ Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4400301/from-the-philippines-to-pittsburgh-a-coast-guard-journey/ How a Capsized Vessel and Port State Control Vessel Exams changed LCDR select Gay lord Amores’s life. <br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Feb/09/2003872372/150/150/0/260209-G-M0101-1001.PNG' alt='LT Gay lord Amores, with the U.S. Coast Guard, talks with Alan Nogy, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District chief of the locks and dams branch, while waiting for the first commercial towboat to navigate through the newly-opened channel at Monongahela River Locks and Dam 3 in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, Sept. 5, 2024. (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District photo by Michel Sauret)' /> <br /> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:41:35 GMT By Zach Shapiro, MyCG Staff https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4400301/from-the-philippines-to-pittsburgh-a-coast-guard-journey/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve Veterans Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4400276/coast-guard-expands-sports-grant-program-for-2026/  Active-duty members can now receive up to $200 for individual sports competitions to promote health and readiness.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Feb/09/2003872373/150/150/0/260209-G-M0101-1002.PNG' alt='U.S. Coast Guard Women’s Rugby 7s players gain possession during the 6th annual Armed Forces Women’s Rugby Championship in Chula Vista, California, Sept., 2025. The tournament brings together athletes from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard for elite-level competition. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Annika Hirschler)' /> <br /> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:38:40 GMT CWO Kelly Johnston, Coast Guard Sports Program Manager https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4400276/coast-guard-expands-sports-grant-program-for-2026/ Officer Enlisted Reserve https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4393924/from-near-extinction-to-rebirthcoast-guards-first-reorganization-began-150-year/ A reorganization driven by the Progressive Movement transformed two 19th-century civilian agencies into the modern U.S. Coast Guard.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Jan/30/2003868497/150/150/0/261230-G-M0101-1001.JPG' alt='Right: Photograph of U.S. Life-Saving Service head, Sumner Kimball, late in his career. (U.S. Coast Guard) Left: Official photograph of Treasury Secretary Franklin MacVeagh during his term in office. (Library of Congress)' /> <br /> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:07:18 GMT William H. Thiesen, Ph.D., Coast Guard Historian’s Office https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4393924/from-near-extinction-to-rebirthcoast-guards-first-reorganization-began-150-year/ Civilian Family Officer Enlisted Reserve Veterans Auxiliary https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4394118/biggest-change-to-reserve-officer-promotions-in-history-will-reward-top-perform/ Reserve promotion list will start use of In-Zone Reordering and Below-Zone Selection in 2027 Promotion Year.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Oct/01/2003813780/150/150/0/251001-G-M0101-1001.JPG' alt='USCG Emblem' /> <br /> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:02:46 GMT LTJG Robert McNeill, LCDR Chris Mohnke & LT Arnold Uhrina  https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/4394118/biggest-change-to-reserve-officer-promotions-in-history-will-reward-top-perform/ Officer Reserve