The United States Armed Forces (USAF or Armed Forces) are the military forces of the United States. The Armed Forces include six distinct forces:
• Army
• Navy
• Air Force
• Marine Corps
• Coast Guard
• Space Force
The President of the United States is the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces and works with the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to formulate U.S. military policy.
In Indiana, as in all states, the United States Armed Forces are under the federal jurisdiction and are composed of six branches: the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Space Force. The President serves as the Commander in Chief and operates in conjunction with the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to oversee military policy. While state law does not govern the organization or operation of the Armed Forces, Indiana statutes may provide specific benefits or legal protections for service members, such as employment protections, educational benefits, and legal assistance. Additionally, the Indiana National Guard, while under the governor's control during peacetime, can be federalized and integrated into the Armed Forces during times of national need.