190320-N-IO414-1034 MANILA, Philippines (March 20, 2019) Lt. j. g. Russell Pattison, from Perryton, Texas, speaks with media representatives during a tour of the Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14). Chief is visiting Manila while operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to work with their Philippine navy counterparts to strengthen regional security and stability, and enhance interoperability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch/Released)