The Pentagon has formally submitted a name change application, proposing to rename the "Department of Defense" to the "Department of War," with the related adjustments expected to cost over $50 million. It is understood that the Pentagon's Office of

2026-04-29

The Pentagon has formally submitted a name change application, proposing to rename the "Department of Defense" to the "Department of War," with the related adjustments expected to cost over $50 million. It is understood that the Pentagon's Office of General Counsel has released a related proposal to push for legal amendments to complete the formal name change.