U.S. Marine Corps Gen. David Berger, left, holds the battle colors during a relinquishment of office ceremony, Monday, July 10, 2023, at the Marine Barracks in Washington. Berger took over at the 38th commandant in July 2019, and is required to leave the job after four years. Gen. Eric Smith, currently the assistant commandant, has been nominated to be the next leader, but will serve in an acting capacity because he hasn't been confirmed by the Senate. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, center right, looks on. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
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