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Patrick S. Ryder is an American military officer and United States Air Force major general who has served as the Pentagon Press Secretary since August 4, 2022.[1][2]
Patrick S. Ryder
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| Department of Defense Press Secretary | |
| Assumed office August 4, 2022 (2022-08-04) | |
| President | Joe Biden |
| Preceded by | John Kirby |
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| Spouse | Amy Ryder |
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| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1992–present |
| Rank | Major General |
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| Awards | Defense Superior Service Medal (2) |
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Ryder commissioned through AFROTC from the University of Florida in 1992 and has almost 30 years of service as a communications and public affairs officer.[2]
In March 2023, Ryder was nominated for promotion to major general.[3][4]
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| Preceded by | Director of Public Affairs of the United States Air Force 2020–2022 |
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| Preceded by | Pentagon Press Secretary 2022–present |
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