Ready for a real-life power-up? U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly set to sign an executive order to rebrand the U.S. Department of Defense as the Department of War. 😮
The move, endorsed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, is meant to inject a stronger 'warrior ethos' into America's military vibe—think of it as switching from defensive tactics to a ready-to-strike mindset.
While the new name could be used in official memos—where leaders would be called the 'Secretary of War'—a full legal change still needs Congress to give the green light. So for now, it's more a secondary title than a formal switch.
Critics warn that reviving the historic Department of War (created in 1789 and merged into the Department of Defense in 1949) could rack up big costs and distract from key security priorities. 🤔
Trump argues that 'defense is too defensive' and believes adding an offensive edge could make the U.S. military pack a bigger punch. But could this bold rebrand deliver the impact or simply stir up red tape?
Whether you're into policy debates or love tracking government shake-ups, keep an eye on this story as it makes its way through Capitol Hill.
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