Trump plans to sign an order renaming the Pentagon as the 'Department of War'
In a significant move aimed at reshaping military culture, President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order on Friday, reintroducing the historic title "Department of War" as a secondary designation for the Pentagon.
The member of the US Cabinet responsible for the final steps in this renaming process is Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Authorized by President Trump, Secretary Hegseth has been tasked with preparing the necessary steps for the permanent name change, which still requires Congressional approval.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared a link to a report on the impending executive order on her Twitter account, indicating the administration's commitment to this change.
During a conversation with reporters last week, President Trump mentioned his renaming plans for the Pentagon. The public affairs briefing room will be renamed the "Pentagon War Annex" as part of these changes.
The executive order also authorizes the use of "Secretary of War" for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The public-facing Pentagon materials, including signage and websites, will be updated accordingly to reflect these changes.
The move is part of the administration's "warrior ethos" campaign, which seeks to instill a stronger military culture and identity within the Department of Defense. The order instructs Secretary Hegseth to pursue legislative and executive actions to make the change permanent.
This renaming initiative is another step in President Trump's efforts to emphasize the military's role and identity, following his earlier moves to establish the Space Force as a separate branch of the US military. The exact implications of these changes remain to be seen, but they are certain to spark debate and discussion in the coming days.
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