Marine Corps Air Station New River

First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance visited Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Americas schools at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station New River on Nov. 19, 2025, highlighting support for military families and students amid the holiday season. The joint visit, the first for both ladies to the installations, focused on engaging with DoDEA students, service members, and their families, emphasizing the role of education in preparing the next generation for emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. Dr. Andrea Marr, Camp Lejeune Community Superintendent, praised the seamless execution and its unifying impact. "The visit was an incredible success. Everything ran smoothly, and the

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Asher Mabe, an airframes mechanic with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 464, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, is currently assigned to the Hazardous Material Control Point Solid Waste Management Facility and has been recognized as the MCAS New River Go-Getter for November 2025. A native of Courtney, North Carolina, Mabe began his Marine Corps service in January 2021. Since then, he has distinguished himself through his dedication to his squadron, his peers, and the mission. For Mabe, motivation comes from looking out for the Marines around him.  “What keeps me pushing is taking care of the guys around me and making sure they are taken care of,” Mabe said.  Like many Marines, Mabe has faced

In a mutual demonstration of support and appreciation, First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, and Second Lady of the United States, Usha Vance, visited Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River on Wednesday, Nov. 19, engaging with service members, military families and students at Department of Defense Education Activity schools on both installations. This landmark visit marked the first joint trip to both installations for both ladies, underscoring their commitment to the military community.  With a shared goal of acknowledging the sacrifices made by those serving or deployed this holiday season, the visit provided an invaluable opportunity for both women to connect with service members and

First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance will address approximately 1,500 service members and their families at Marine Corps Air Station New River as part of their visit to the air station and MCB Camp Lejeune to show appreciation for those who serve this holiday season. View the livestream of this event on Nov. 19 at 2:30 p.m.: https://www.dvidshub.net/webcast/37131.------------------------------------You can also watch live on the Camp Lejeune Facebook page or the MCAS New River Facebook page.