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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, conducts a bilateral meeting with Australian Army Warrant Officer Kim Felmingham, Regimental Sergeant Major, 2nd Division, Washington, D.C., March 7, 2025. The meeting was conducted in order to discuss the upcoming training between partnered nations, and the modernization of forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, conducts a bilateral meeting with Australian Army Warrant Officer Kim Felmingham, Regimental Sergeant Major, 2nd Division, Washington, D.C., March 7, 2025. The meeting was conducted in order to discuss the upcoming training between partnered nations, and the modernization of forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, meets and speaks with Marine Corps officers attending National Defense University at the National War College, Washington, D.C., March 12, 2025. Ruiz spoke with the Marines and faculty on the topic of preparing today for the unknown conflict of tomorrow. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, meets and speaks with Marine Corps officers attending National Defense University at the National War College, Washington, D.C., March 12, 2025. Ruiz spoke with the Marines and faculty on the topic of preparing today for the unknown conflict of tomorrow. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, gathers with members of the Marine Corps League (MCL) during the 2025 MCL National Mid-Winter Conference Banquet, Arlington, Va., March 1, 2025. Ruiz was the guest of honor and spoke to the importance of the path MCL members paved for active Marines to follow. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, gathers with members of the Marine Corps League (MCL) during the 2025 MCL National Mid-Winter Conference Banquet, Arlington, Va., March 1, 2025. Ruiz was the guest of honor and spoke to the importance of the path MCL members paved for active Marines to follow. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, speaks Marines during the 2025 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Barracks Bash during a base visit at MCAS Miramar, California, Feb. 26, 2025. The Barracks Bash is an annual event held at the installation for Marines and Sailors living in the barracks to relax, have fun and build unit cohesion. Ruiz visited MCAS Miramar as part of a tour of west coast installations to better understand the needs and capabilities of the Marines stationed there. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jackson Rush)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, speaks Marines during the 2025 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Barracks Bash during a base visit at MCAS Miramar, California, Feb. 26, 2025. The Barracks Bash is an annual event held at the installation for Marines and Sailors living in the barracks to relax, have fun and build unit cohesion. Ruiz visited MCAS Miramar as part of a tour of west coast installations to better understand the needs and capabilities of the Marines stationed there. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jackson Rush)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jackson Rush

The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, speaks with U.S. Marines and Sailors stationed on Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, during his visit at MCAS Yuma, Arizona, Feb. 25, 2025. The sergeant major of the Marine Corps visited multiple locations on the air station such as the chow hall, single marine program, the branch medical clinic and toured barracks around base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elizabeth Gallagher)

The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, speaks with U.S. Marines and Sailors stationed on Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, during his visit at MCAS Yuma, Arizona, Feb. 25, 2025. The sergeant major of the Marine Corps visited multiple locations on the air station such as the chow hall, single marine program, the branch medical clinic and toured barracks around base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elizabeth Gallagher)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elizabeth Gallagher

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, pins sergeant chevrons on a Marine with I Marine Expeditionary Force during a promotion ceremony at the southern border wall near San Ysidro, California, Feb. 24, 2025. U.S. Northern Command is working together with the Department of Homeland Security with the emplacement of physical barriers to add additional security that will curtail illegal border crossings. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Diego Berumen)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, pins sergeant chevrons on a Marine with I Marine Expeditionary Force during a promotion ceremony at the southern border wall near San Ysidro, California, Feb. 24, 2025. U.S. Northern Command is working together with the Department of Homeland Security with the emplacement of physical barriers to add additional security that will curtail illegal border crossings. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Diego Berumen)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Diego Berumen

The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz addresses attendees at the 2025 Marine Corps Talent Management Symposium hosted by Manpower and Reserve Affairs at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 19, 2025. More than 100 military and civilian leaders from across the Fleet Marine Force were invited to participate in the symposium, where they engaged in discussions on a range of topics focused on enhancing the Corps’ combat effectiveness and efficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Anthony C. Ramsey Jr.)

The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz addresses attendees at the 2025 Marine Corps Talent Management Symposium hosted by Manpower and Reserve Affairs at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Feb. 19, 2025. More than 100 military and civilian leaders from across the Fleet Marine Force were invited to participate in the symposium, where they engaged in discussions on a range of topics focused on enhancing the Corps’ combat effectiveness and efficiency. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Anthony C. Ramsey Jr.)

Photo by Anthony Ramsey

Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith (left) and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos A. Ruiz speak to Marines with Task Force 61/2 during a visit to Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy, May 29, 2024. The town hall meeting was held to discuss the future of naval expeditionary warfare and other Marine Corps-wide modernization such as Force Design, talent management, retention, training and education. TF 61/2 is a forward-deployed command element in support of U.S. Sixth Fleet operations in the U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command, and is deployed in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to support U.S. allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Marc Imprevert)

Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith (left) and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos A. Ruiz speak to Marines with Task Force 61/2 during a visit to Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy, May 29, 2024. The town hall meeting was held to discuss the future of naval expeditionary warfare and other Marine Corps-wide modernization such as Force Design, talent management, retention, training and education. TF 61/2 is a forward-deployed command element in support of U.S. Sixth Fleet operations in the U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command, and is deployed in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to support U.S. allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Marc Imprevert)

Photo by Cpl. Marc Imprevert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, and his wife collect a souvenir from the Devil Dog Fountain in Belleau, France, May 26, 2024. U.S., French, and German service members, along with family and veterans, gathered at the fountain in commemoration of the 106th anniversary of the battle of Belleau Wood. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alexa M. Hernandez)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, and his wife collect a souvenir from the Devil Dog Fountain in Belleau, France, May 26, 2024. U.S., French, and German service members, along with family and veterans, gathered at the fountain in commemoration of the 106th anniversary of the battle of Belleau Wood. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Alexa M. Hernandez)

Photo by Sgt. Alexa Hernandez

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, center, speaks with the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments at the Marine Memorial, “Iron Mike” at Belleau Wood, France, My 26, 2024. The memorial ceremony was held in commemoration of the 106th anniversary of the battle of Belleau Wood, conducted to honor the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Garrett Gillespie)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, center, speaks with the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments at the Marine Memorial, “Iron Mike” at Belleau Wood, France, My 26, 2024. The memorial ceremony was held in commemoration of the 106th anniversary of the battle of Belleau Wood, conducted to honor the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Garrett Gillespie)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Garrett Gillespie

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, reads the citation as Brig. Gen. Anthony Henderson awards the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal to Cpl. Jacob Cogswell, a rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, during the “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” formation in Times Square as a part of Fleet Week New York (FWNY) 2024, May 22, 2024. Cpl. Cogswell received the award in recognition of his heroic personal actions in saving the life of a drowning teenager in July 2023. FWNY, now in its 36th year, is a time-honored celebration of the sea services that brings the citizens of New York City and the surrounding tri-state area together with Marines, Sailors, and Coast Guardsmen. Throughout the week, participants can tour ships, experience military static displays, and see drill and musical performances that showcase the expertise, excellence, and patriotism of America’s maritime services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, reads the citation as Brig. Gen. Anthony Henderson awards the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal to Cpl. Jacob Cogswell, a rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, during the “Once a Marine, Always a Marine” formation in Times Square as a part of Fleet Week New York (FWNY) 2024, May 22, 2024. Cpl. Cogswell received the award in recognition of his heroic personal actions in saving the life of a drowning teenager in July 2023. FWNY, now in its 36th year, is a time-honored celebration of the sea services that brings the citizens of New York City and the surrounding tri-state area together with Marines, Sailors, and Coast Guardsmen. Throughout the week, participants can tour ships, experience military static displays, and see drill and musical performances that showcase the expertise, excellence, and patriotism of America’s maritime services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Sarah Pysher

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, makes remarks during a naturalization ceremony held aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) at PortMiami, May 7, 2024, as a part of Fleet Week Miami. Fleet Weeks are a tradition of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, where major U.S. cities host Marines, Sailors, and Coast Guardsmen for one week of community-wide events. Fleet Week Miami, in its first year, is an opportunity for residents and visitors to meet with service members, foster community relationships, and view the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis)

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, makes remarks during a naturalization ceremony held aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) at PortMiami, May 7, 2024, as a part of Fleet Week Miami. Fleet Weeks are a tradition of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, where major U.S. cities host Marines, Sailors, and Coast Guardsmen for one week of community-wide events. Fleet Week Miami, in its first year, is an opportunity for residents and visitors to meet with service members, foster community relationships, and view the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis)

Photo by Cpl. Jacquilyn Davis

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, a Sonora, Mexico native, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, speaks with Marine Corps Communication-Electronics School students during a student town hall at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, April 25, 2024. Ruiz visited MCCES to speak to the instructors and the students to gain an understanding of the school’s mission and how they are modernizing to meet Force Design. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Enge You)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, a Sonora, Mexico native, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, speaks with Marine Corps Communication-Electronics School students during a student town hall at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, April 25, 2024. Ruiz visited MCCES to speak to the instructors and the students to gain an understanding of the school’s mission and how they are modernizing to meet Force Design. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Enge You)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Enge You

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, a Sonora, Mexico native, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, center, and Marines with 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine regiment, 1st Marine Division, poses for a photo during Ruiz’s visit to Camp Wilson at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, April 25, 2024. Ruiz visited Camp Wilson to gain an understanding of who the Marines are, their mission, and how they prepare for deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Enge You)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz, a Sonora, Mexico native, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, center, and Marines with 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine regiment, 1st Marine Division, poses for a photo during Ruiz’s visit to Camp Wilson at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, April 25, 2024. Ruiz visited Camp Wilson to gain an understanding of who the Marines are, their mission, and how they prepare for deployments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Enge You)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Enge You

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos A. Ruiz participates in a question and answer discussion with the Marines and sailors of Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany March 28, 2024.

The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited MCLB Albany and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors.

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos A. Ruiz participates in a question and answer discussion with the Marines and sailors of Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany March 28, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited MCLB Albany and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors.

Photo by Cpl. Mason Coots

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, reads a promotion warrant during an all-hands formation aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD-50), Souda Bay, Greece, March 1, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited the forward deployed 26th MEU(SOC) and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, reads a promotion warrant during an all-hands formation aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD-50), Souda Bay, Greece, March 1, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited the forward deployed 26th MEU(SOC) and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines and Sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), during an all-hands formation aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD-50), Souda Bay, Greece, March 1, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited the forward deployed 26th MEU(SOC) and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines and Sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), during an all-hands formation aboard the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD-50), Souda Bay, Greece, March 1, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited the forward deployed 26th MEU(SOC) and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke)

Photo by Cpl. Michele Clarke

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines and Sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), during an all-hands formation aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Souda Bay, Greece, March 1, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited the forward deployed 26th MEU(SOC) and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines and Sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), during an all-hands formation aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Souda Bay, Greece, March 1, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited the forward deployed 26th MEU(SOC) and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines and Sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), during an all-hands formation aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Souda Bay, Greece, March 1, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited the forward deployed 26th MEU(SOC) and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, addresses Marines and Sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)), during an all-hands formation aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5), Souda Bay, Greece, March 1, 2024. The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps visited the forward deployed 26th MEU(SOC) and met with leadership while also hosting discussions with Marines and Sailors. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 26th MEU(SOC) is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves)

Photo by Sgt. Nayelly Nieves-Nieves

The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Carlos Ruiz, speaks with Marines from the 2nd Marine Logistics Group during a Lance Corporal town hall on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 22, 2024. Sgt. Maj. Ruiz conducted a lance corporal town hall at 2nd MLG’s Human Performance Center where he spoke to Marines about the importance of noncommissioned officer leadership and the life of the individual Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri)

The 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Carlos Ruiz, speaks with Marines from the 2nd Marine Logistics Group during a Lance Corporal town hall on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Feb. 22, 2024. Sgt. Maj. Ruiz conducted a lance corporal town hall at 2nd MLG’s Human Performance Center where he spoke to Marines about the importance of noncommissioned officer leadership and the life of the individual Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri)

Photo by Cpl. Alfonso Livrieri

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps