Assistant Secretary of War Mike Dodd
@ASWCTDoddFather

Official account of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies. Follow @DoWCTO 🇺🇸⚙️

 The Pentagon, Washington, D.C.
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Joined October 2025
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Assistant Secretary of War Mike Dodd retweeted
NATO
@NATO
Oct 21
This is what NATO innovation looks like From drones in the air to uncrewed vessels at sea, NATO Allies, partners and industry came together to test the technologies shaping the future of naval operations
An Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) developed by STARK operates at speed during maritime trials at REPMUS 2026. The exercise brought NATO Allies, partners and industry together in Portugal to test the latest unmanned and autonomous technologies in a real-world maritime environment. From drones and robotic vessels to AI and advanced sensors, REPMUS 2026 helped NATO explore how emerging technologies could be integrated into future operations.

ALT An Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) developed by STARK operates at speed during maritime trials at REPMUS 2026. The exercise brought NATO Allies, partners and industry together in Portugal to test the latest unmanned and autonomous technologies in a real-world maritime environment. From drones and robotic vessels to AI and advanced sensors, REPMUS 2026 helped NATO explore how emerging technologies could be integrated into future operations.

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Assistant Secretary of War Mike Dodd retweeted
U.S. Marines
@USMC
Oct 20
Patrolling Anywhere
A U.S. Marine with Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington, prepares to conduct a night patrol at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 6, 2026. The training evolution focuses on a standardized tactical baseline where every Marine in Alpha and Bravo Company can execute individual actions during patrol base operations and squad-level attacks. Small unit leaders learned to possess the technical competence and confidence to make rapid decisions at the fire team and squad level, successfully preparing both companies to operate as capable elements at the platoon-level. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

ALT A U.S. Marine with Alpha Company, Marine Barracks Washington, prepares to conduct a night patrol at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Oct. 6, 2026. The training evolution focuses on a standardized tactical baseline where every Marine in Alpha and Bravo Company can execute individual actions during patrol base operations and squad-level attacks. Small unit leaders learned to possess the technical competence and confidence to make rapid decisions at the fire team and squad level, successfully preparing both companies to operate as capable elements at the platoon-level. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

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Assistant Secretary of War Mike Dodd retweeted
DOW Rapid Response
@DOWResponse
Oct 20
.@SECWAR "My job at the Department of War is to kick the door WIDE OPEN for commercial disruptors, nontraditional vendors, and venture-backed builders—and actively create that next generation of large and medium-sized businesses in our ARSENAL OF FREEDOM. Modern deterrence relies on true commercial speed."
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From announcement to action in just six weeks! ⚡ In September, my office helped lay the groundwork for the Navy’s first shore-based advanced nuclear microreactor. Today, we're one step closer. navy.mil/Press-Office/News-S…

Department of the Navy selects Radiant Industries for Microreactor Pro

WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of the Navy announces the selection of Radiant Industries, Inc. (Radiant) to design, build, and deliver a prototype Microreactor Power Plant (MPP). The

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This is about more than nuclear energy. It's about keeping our military operational when the grid is vulnerable, reducing dependence on traditional fuel supplies, and strengthening America's technological edge. Energy security is national security. 🇺🇸
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Deterrence in the Indo-Pacific requires real, deployable lethality. Watch my recap from Maritime Big Play Pacific DVDay on how #AUKUS is taking advanced autonomous capabilities from the lab straight to our operators.
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Australian Embassy, USA
@AusintheUS
Oct 20
AUKUS Pillar Il in action. 🇦🇺🇺🇸🇬🇧 This week, Australia, the US and UK are working side by side during Maritime Big Play Pacific, testing advanced capabilities and strengthening our ability to operate together.
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Insomnia Adversariis Nostris 💥
Department of War CTO
@DoWCTO
Oct 20
The United States will ensure our enemies remain sleepless. 🇺🇸
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UK Defence Staff in US
@UKdefenceUS
Oct 20
Taking AUKUS technology from concept to testing at sea 🌊
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Maritime power is taking shape and it’s nothing short of impressive. Two demonstrations down and we’re just getting started. 🇦🇺🇬🇧🇺🇸
UK Defence Staff in US
@UKdefenceUS
Oct 20
The pace of maritime innovation is accelerating 🇬🇧🇦🇺🇺🇸 At Maritime Big Play Pacific, AUKUS partners are testing how autonomous systems can integrate into future operations, combining technology and expertise to get advanced capabilities to the front line.
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The demonstration phase of #MBPP is live. #AUKUS is putting next-gen maritime tech to the test with 40+ autonomous & uncrewed systems in the water, focused on Undersea Warfare (USW). The future of trilateral maritime security is in the water and its starting NOW.
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Working groups like SMWDC's ensure we have the capabilities to win and sustain combat power anywhere. By turning Directed Energy into fleet tactics, we give our ships limitless defense. (saving the heavy ammo for when we need to drop the hammer😎) #SCADE dvidshub.net/news/577389/smw…

SMWDC Hosts Directed Energy Working Group at Naval Base San Diego

The Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) hosted a directed energy working group Oct. 19, bringing together stakeholders to advance the integration of directed energy capabi...

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Something big is on the horizon 👀 #AUKUS #MBPP
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One fight. Zero seams. Under @DoWCTO leadership, my team is joining forces with our UK and Australian partners to turn critical technology into combat capability at Maritime Big Play. #AUKUS Stay tuned for on the ground updates from San Diego.
Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
@DefenceHQ
Oct 19
Three nations, one shared mission. The AUKUS programme is a cornerstone of defence for the 🇬🇧, 🇦🇺 & 🇺🇸. Maritime Big Play is now underway in San Diego and will showcase how all three partner nations can integrate, coordinate and fight together across the entire maritime domain.
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Assistant Secretary of War Mike Dodd retweeted
The White House
@WhiteHouse
Oct 15
Okay, but we look GOOD.
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Assistant Secretary of War Mike Dodd retweeted
Joint Task Force Southern Border@JointTFSB
Oct 15
Live Feeds, Faster Awareness 📡 #JTF_SB #Marines tested sUAS in California, sending live video to tactical awareness tools to strengthen aerial observation along the #southernborder. 📰 Read full story : dvidshub.net/r/yo7h4l @usnortherncmd @DeptofWar @CBP #ArdentVanguard
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In lockstep with @SeanParnellASW and Department Leadership. Critical Technologies is focused on cutting acquisition timelines and putting combat ready autonomous systems into our warfighters hands in 24 months or less. Building capabilities that deter adversaries and WIN.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth
@SecWar
Oct 14
Today, I spoke alongside our service secretaries at AUSA about accelerating innovation and delivering advanced capabilities to our warfighters. The Joint Force is moving at SPEED to equip our warfighters and maintain America’s battlefield advantage.
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Everything that we do is measured outcomes. Speed to acquisition is a top priority for my office, and that takes honest technical feedback. Many companies overestimate their readiness to scale with the Pentagon. Watch to hear more: #DefenseAcquisition
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Interesting technology isn’t enough. Is the capability compelling? Is it bankable? Can it attract private capital? That’s the lens we bring to measured outcomes.
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Assistant Secretary of War Mike Dodd retweeted
ASW Anderson
@ASWAndersonSOF
Oct 15
No matter how fast technology evolves, our greatest advantage will always be our people. Proud to showcase the unmatched adaptability of our operators at AUSA 2026.
OASW (SO/LIC)
@ASW_SOLIC
Oct 15
SOF Truth #1: Humans are more important than Hardware. Yesterday, at AUSA 2026, @ASWAndersonSOF emphasized how unique authorities and adaptable people allow Special Operations to iterate at the speed of relevancy.
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