Pentagon renaming initiative considers resurrecting the term "Department of War" under Trump administration.
The White House announced on Thursday that US President Donald Trump will sign an executive order permitting the use of the Department of War as a "secondary title" for the Department of Defense. The order also empowers Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to use the title "Secretary of War" and to take necessary steps for the permanent renaming of the Department of Defense to the "Department of War," subject to Congressional approval.
Trump believes that the name change will project a more powerful image, conveying a stronger message of readiness and resolve. The Defense Department and its subordinate officials will also be authorized to use the secondary titles mentioned above in official correspondence and public communications.
The renaming of the Department of Defense to the Department of War is not yet permanent, but Hegseth will propose actions to make it so. These actions are likely to involve both legislative and executive actions. The White House document states that the name change "conveys a stronger message of readiness and resolve."
The signing of the executive order is expected to take place on Friday. It's worth noting that the official name being set in law, and the order does not specify a timeline for when the secondary titles will be officially adopted.
The order does not mention any potential opposition or resistance to the renaming of the Department of Defense to the Department of War. However, the actions recommended by Hegseth to make the renaming permanent will likely face scrutiny and discussion in the coming days.
In a statement, Hegseth expressed his support for the name change, saying, "The Department of War is a title that reflects the unwavering commitment of our armed forces to protect the United States and its interests around the world."
The Secretary of War, Department of War, and Deputy Secretary of War will be used as secondary titles in addition to the primary title of the department. The exact implications of these titles on the day-to-day operations of the Department of Defense remain to be seen.
This news comes at a time when the US is facing numerous geopolitical challenges, including tensions with North Korea, Iran, and Russia, as well as ongoing conflicts in Iraq and Syria. The name change is intended to signal a renewed focus on defense and national security under the Trump administration.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
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