CSIS Issues Commentary: United States Needs Its Marine Corps Now More Than Ever
December 16, 2025
December 16, 2025
WASHINGTON, Dec. 16 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on Dec. 15, 2025:
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The United States Needs Its Marine Corps Now More Than Ever
By Patrick Panjeti and David Batcheler
Shortly after the United States Marine Corps celebrated its 250th anniversary, a familiar debate has resurfaced; commentaries and opinion pieces are once again circulating suggesting the Department of Defense eliminate . . .
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The United States Needs Its Marine Corps Now More Than Ever
By Patrick Panjeti and David Batcheler
Shortly after the United States Marine Corps celebrated its 250th anniversary, a familiar debate has resurfaced; commentaries and opinion pieces are once again circulating suggesting the Department of Defense eliminate . . .