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Trump to sign executive order renaming Pentagon the Department of War

The executive order authorizes the Pentagon to use 'Department of War' as a secondary title, aiming to emphasize military strength and readiness amid ongoing policy shifts.

  • President Donald Trump signed an executive order to rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War.
  • The change aims to restore the 'warrior ethos' within the military, emphasizing a proactive approach to military engagement.
  • Critics argue that the renaming could be costly and distract from the Pentagon's core responsibilities.
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The US Department of Defense is now called the “Department of War.” According to estimates, the name change could cost billions – and the Pentagon is questioning how the White House prioritizes, according to sources to Politico.

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Pentagon officials expressed dissatisfaction with US President Donald Trump's decision to rename the department to the War Department.

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Politico broke the news in on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
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