President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order to restore the historic name “Department of War” as a secondary title for the Department of Defense. This marks the 200th Executive Order issued by President Trump since taking office.
According to the White House, this decision is intended to reflect the strength and readiness of the United States military. “The United States military is the strongest and most lethal fighting force in the world, and the President believes this Department should have a name that reflects its unmatched power and readiness to protect national interests,” reads a statement from the administration.
The move aligns with President Trump’s stated goal of prioritizing an America First approach. “The American people elected President Trump to restore an America First approach, prioritizing peace through strength and ensuring the world respects the United States again,” according to White House officials.
The change revives a historical reference, as the Department of Defense was originally known as the Department of War before being renamed in 1949.
