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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Nicholas A. DeFranco, outgoing 316th Comptroller Squadron commander, shows the Meritorious Service medal he received during the change of command ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, June 12, 2026. The medal signifies outstanding achievement and meritorious service to the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Tylan Alicea)