Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at U.S. Southern Command's Change of Command Ceremony (As Delivered)
November 07, 2024
November 07, 2024
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
Good afternoon, everyone.
I don't think there's anybody out there, Laura.
Let's try that again.
Good afternoon, SOUTHCOM!
[Cheers]
Alright, alright.
You know, I spent years stationed in Florida. So coming back to Florida feels like coming home.
And it's an honor to have so many distinguished gue . . .
Good afternoon, everyone.
I don't think there's anybody out there, Laura.
Let's try that again.
Good afternoon, SOUTHCOM!
[Cheers]
Alright, alright.
You know, I spent years stationed in Florida. So coming back to Florida feels like coming home.
And it's an honor to have so many distinguished gue . . .