ALAUX 006/26 – USCG AUXILIARY EAST DISTRICT NORTHERN REGION

Subj: 28TH COAST GUARD COMMANDANT’S INTENT AND FORCE DESIGN 2028 INITIAL UPDATE

1. On Thursday, January 15, 2026, Admiral Kevin E. Lunday was sworn in as the 28th Coast Guard Commandant. Please read his Commandant’s Intent: https://www.uscg.mil/alwaysready.

2. Auxiliarists should also visit the Force Design 2028 website, review the Initial Update, and watch the accompanying video to review the Coast Guard’s progress and learn about how the service continues to drive transformational changes through Force Design 2028.

3. Internet release is authorized.