The Trump administration considers renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War.

The Trump administration is considering renaming the Department of Defense as the Department of War, a move reported by the Wall Street Journal. The name change would require congressional approval, but the White House is exploring alternative methods to implement it. President Trump argues the name "Department of War" sounds stronger and aligns with a more aggressive military stance. The shift reflects broader efforts to alter military policies, including attempts to bar transgender individuals from joining the military.