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BALTIMORE (Dec. 13, 2025) - A Naval Criminal Investigative Service Special Agent, assigned to the Protective Services Field Office, provides close security for Honorable John C. Phelan, Secretary of the Navy, under the executive protection coverage during the 126th Army-Navy game at MT&T Stadium in Baltimore, Dec. 13, 2025. NCIS protective operations agents specialize in protective operations, and are specifically trained to anticipate dangers, plan safe escape routes, and respond instantly. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaitlyn E. Eads)

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#NCIS warns Dept of War personnel are under a heightened worldwide threat. Remain vigilant for asymmetric threats, including the cyber domain. We’re committed to our #ForceProtection mission to protecting forward-deployed Sailors, Marines, & civilian personnel. #OperationEpicFury https://t.co/RelnTY65u2

NCIS encourages anyone with knowledge of suspected criminal activity to report to NCIS using the NCIS Tips app or at https://t.co/NdMdnAkBpq.

We have & will continue to work around the clock to protect our warfighters here and abroad. We also remain steadfast in our partnership with FBI JTTFs to deter attacks here at home & will continue to work across the law enforcement & intel community to protect Americans.

NCIS remains steadfast in our mission to provide the counterintelligence, counterterrorism and criminal investigative support our military leaders need to ensure American forces maintain battlefield superiority in times of crisis.

The CAC serves as a multi-functional analytical and investigative hub that supplements the NCIS Multiple Threat Alert Center (MTAC) and the Department of War Global Watch—providing real-time monitoring of threats our service personnel are facing.

#NCIS personnel are fully engaged regarding the rapidly developing situation overseas. In addition to our personnel who are forward deployed to regional offices and those serving afloat @USNavy carriers, last night NCIS activated the Crisis Action Center (CAC). https://t.co/A9SwUAqSjg

The #NCIS Economic Crimes Field Office works around the clock to fight suspected product substitution that threatens the lives & mission of Navy and Marine Corps warfighters. Read the full story🔗https://t.co/g4YLnmPtWV If you suspect fraud, submit a tip: https://t.co/IzcTJe0zX9 https://t.co/IJJDqpOd2P

#NCIS coordinated security & augmented SECWAR’s protective detail during his visit to General Dynamics Electric Boat & Anduril facilities that support Columbia-class submarines & autonomous undersea vehicles. Our partnerships ensure seamless protection for #DOW & #DON leaders https://t.co/B5Q8OkGhoO

#NCIS joined #ARSOUTH planners in Tarapoto to plan #SouthernVanguard2026, meet #PERAR leaders, and conduct #ForceProtection assessments of the area. Such engagements strengthen partnerships and increase interoperability to deter #DTOs and #TCOs in the jungles of Peru. https://t.co/3DI4TRChCg

NCIS Special Agents also continue to deploy on Navy destroyers to provide counternarcotics and law enforcement expertise during border security operations in the Caribbean and in the Pacific.

Our field offices across the country participate in both Homeland Security Task Forces and High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Forces that combat transnational organized criminal networks engaged in narcotics trafficking.

In line with @POTUS a& @SecWar counternarcotics priorities, NCIS is fighting the counternarcotics battle on multiple fronts both at home and at sea. We continue to apply our law enforcement and intelligence capabilities to help secure the southwest border.

As always, #NCIS is committed to working with @ONDCP as well as our enforcement and intelligence partners to detect, combat, and deter the use, possession, and distribution of illicit narcotics. #StrongerTogether #ProtectingTheWarfighter https://t.co/HMrOZvkPhA

DIR Lopez & EAD Duckworth visited #NCIS Marine West Field Office @ MCB Camp Pendleton, where various squads briefed ongoing #JTF operations & counterintelligence support to TF Southern Border. They also spoke to a Major Case Response Team Basic Course class on future expansion https://t.co/eQQYh1lZc4

#NCIS is proud to have participated in this Homeland Security Task Force Seattle op that resulted in 14 arrests following a lengthy investigation of a dangerous drug and gun trafficking organization. https://t.co/7RWFDHOs7V https://t.co/7geAvhX5JA

#NCIS, DOJ, Homeland Security Investigations Jacksonville, and FBI Jacksonville recently announced indictments against 11 individuals for their roles in a federal conspiracies related to marriage fraud & bribery. 🔗 https://t.co/aA6wABZdAc https://t.co/TTxqgQbHFY

The 2020/2021 investigation of Jonathan and Diana Toebbe showcases the ability of the #NCIS Office of Special Projects to leverage cutting-edge investigative techniques to protect Navy secrets. Read the story here: https://t.co/Lz40m9ZXPo #CounterintelligenceOps #NCISHistory https://t.co/6the4cSQGa

#NCIS joined partners from east Africa at a @UNODC Global Maritime Program’s Southern Route Partnership conference in Seychelles to discuss #maritimesmuggling throughout the west #IndianOcean. #AfricanPartnerships https://t.co/phdt9gupU0

#NCIS Electronic Storage Detection K9 Jill completed joint training with @VBPD #ESD K9 Chip, enabling the seamless integration of investigative capabilities on joint cases between #LawEnforcement agencies #StrongerTogether #PartnersInCrimeFighting https://t.co/IeP0ULVIqF

A #NCIS Special Agent stands ready meet the #USCG Cutter Munro (WMSL-755) at the Port of Aberdeen, Scotland, and provide #ExpeditionaryForceEngagement support following the seizure of the M/T #Marinera. EFE activities enhance #RelationshipBuilding with host nation partners. https://t.co/er1URRlHTY

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