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The Pentagon, one of the world's largest office buildings, is the headquarters of the Department of Defense. Located in the Washington, D.C., area, the five-sided building has three times the ...

The Pentagon is the headquarters building of the United States Department of Defense, in Arlington County, Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. The building was constructed on an accelerated schedule during World War II.

4 days ago · Hegseth will take over the Pentagon’s push to implement Trump’s executive order to get rid of DEI programs, coming as military officers fret over whether they will be fired for being “woke,” as Hegseth has pledged to do. During his Senate hearing, Hegseth said DEI policies “divide” troops and do not prioritize “meritocracy.” In ...

3 days ago · The Pentagon last week rushed 1,600 active-duty Marines and Army soldiers to the southwestern border, joining 2,500 forces already there. Mr. Hegseth predicted that more would be on the way soon ...

2 days ago · Pentagon, large five-sided building in Arlington county, Virginia, near Washington, D.C., that serves as the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense, including all three military services— Army, Navy, and Air Force.

The Pentagon is the headquarters of the Department of Defense, a military command center, and a secure facility. Visiting the Pentagon requires all of the following: Sponsor; Visitor Registration; Background check (for individuals 18 years of age or older) Valid identification (government-issued, unexpired, with a photo)