Trump Orders Pentagon Rebranded as Department of War

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order reviving the Pentagon’s historic name, the Department of War. The move, while largely symbolic, allows Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to adopt the title Secretary of War and requires agencies to use the term in communications. Pentagon officials warn the rebrand could cost billions, while Democrats and Republicans alike say it does little to address pressing defense challenges. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.