who makes up the joint chiefs of staff

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The Joint Chiefs of Staff is made up of the following senior military leaders from each branch of the United States Armed Forces:

1. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (the highest-ranking military officer)
2. Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
3. Chief of Staff of the Army
4. Chief of Naval Operations
5. Chief of Staff of the Air Force
6. Commandant of the Marine Corps
7. Chief of the National Guard Bureau

These individuals work together to advise the President, Secretary of Defense, and National Security Council on military matters.