Shrapnel from an exploding 155mm shell damaged a police car as Marines fired rounds over a highway during a drill attended by Vice President JD Vance.

A U.S. Marine Corps pilot based out of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar was killed and another was injured after their helicopter crashed during a training exercise in Imperial County on Thursday, military officials said Friday.

Vice President JD Vance celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps on Saturday at a California event that drew some pushback from Gov. Gavin Newsom over a live artillery demonstration.

Netflix released its first look at a new documentary about the Marine Corps this past week, dropping the trailer for the show simply titled ‘Marines.’

A live artillery blast over closed Interstate 5 at a US Marine Corps event sparks controversy and damages vehicles. The incident renews criticism over live-fire exercises near civilian infrastructure during a high-profile event attended by Vice President JD Vance and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Vice President JD Vance rang in the Marine Corps’ 250th at Camp Pendleton, praising fellow Marines after an assault demo and pledging they are ready to fight and win.

The Winnebago Detachment will host the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday ball in Oshkosh on Nov. 15. Reservations due by Nov. 7.

Vice President JD Vance is coming to Camp Pendleton on Saturday for the event. That’s led to planned freeway closures near the base.