The United States Coast Guard (USCG)

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is a branch of the U.S. military responsible for maritime safety, security, and environmental protection. It operates under the Department of Homeland Security in peacetime and can be transferred to the Department of Defense during wartime. The USCG conducts search and rescue operations, enforces maritime laws, protects coastlines, and responds to oil spills and other environmental hazards. With a focus on safeguarding the nation's waterways, the Coast Guard plays a vital role in both national security and humanitarian efforts, helping to ensure safe and secure use of the oceans and inland waterways.