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Navy’s Number Two Civilian Stepping Down

Monday, July 8th, 2024

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Navy’s Number Two Civilian Stepping Down

Erik Raven, Under Secretary of the Navy since April 2022. (Photo: U.S. Navy)

The second highest civilian official at the Navy is stepping down next month, Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro said on July 3. “Erik Raven has been a true leader in executing the Department of the Navy’s top priorities. He has demonstrated unfailing commitment to protecting our Nation, strengthening our Navy and Marine Corps Team, and building enduring warfighting advantages. His expertise ensured our naval forces are equipped with the capabilities to deter and, if necessary, prevail decisively in…

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