U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM)

U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) is a division of the U.S. military responsible for defending the United States, its territories, and northern neighboring countries like Canada and Mexico. Its main roles include coordinating homeland defense, supporting international efforts, responding to natural or human-made emergencies, and working with other agencies to ensure national security. USNORTHCOM manages military operations within its region to prevent threats and assist in crises such as natural disasters, cyber threats, or terrorist acts, serving as a protective and responsive force for the nation’s northern borders and interests.