President Trump plans to rename the Department of Defense to the "Department of War."

President Donald Trump announced plans to rename the Department of Defense to the "Department of War" within a week, citing the original name's stronger sound and historical significance during World Wars I and II. The change would require approval from top administration officials and could signify a shift towards emphasizing both defense and offense. The Department of War was the predecessor to the current Department of Defense, which was established in 1947.