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InstitutionalNorth AmericaSep 02, 2026

Marine Corps to add 6,500 billets in force expansion

The US Marine Corps will add 6,500 billets as part of a force expansion. The growth supports Force Design modernization priorities. New billets emphasize emerging warfighting capabilities. The expansion reverses prior end-strength reductions.

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