United States Coast Guard (USCG)

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Jan 28 2026

Stay informed with the Alert Warning System (AWS)

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Effective immediately, all military members are subject to testing for Psilocin (the psychoactive agent in "magic mushrooms") and are prohibited from using the herbal supplement Kratom in any form.

May 13 2026

Coast Guard adds Psilocin to drug testing panel,...

Effective immediately, all military members are subject to testing for Psilocin (the psychoactive agent in "magic mushrooms") and are prohibited from using the herbal supplement Kratom in any form.
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CGMA is ready to provide interest-free loans to cover essential expenses such as rent, insurance, childcare, and food.

Feb 18 2026

Coast Guard Mutual Assistance: Ready to support

CGMA is ready to provide interest-free loans to cover essential expenses such as rent, insurance, childcare, and food.
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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)

May 06 2026

Coast Guard to establish new command for...

Coast Guard Special Missions Command will oversee specialized forces as they face increased demands and new challenges.
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A title card for a Long Blue Line article featuring Robert Sargent and a few of his images.

June 6, 2026

The Long Blue Line: Service Before Self—the lost story of Combat Photographer Robert Sargent

During the assault landings, Robert F. Sargent, as official photographer, while under fire from

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June 5, 2026

Call for Volunteers: Shape the Future of Coast Guard Culture on the SAPRR Committee

The Coast Guard is actively seeking dedicated personnel to join the Sexual Assault Prevention, Response, and Recovery (SAPRR) Committee working groups. This is your chance to directly influence policy and help build on our service culture, which does not tolerate sexual harassment and assault.