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Senate panel moves forward ‘Department of War’ name change

Senate panel moves forward ‘Department of War’ name change

Summary

The Senate Armed Services Committee, led by Republicans, approved a proposal to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War. This change is part of the fiscal year 2027 defense policy bill supported by President Donald Trump’s administration.

Key Facts

  • The Senate Armed Services Committee is working on the fiscal year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act.
  • Republicans on the committee pushed to rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War.
  • This proposal reflects a request from President Donald Trump’s administration.
  • The decision was made during closed-door meetings.
  • The name change is part of ongoing defense policy updates.
  • The proposal is included in the committee’s version of the defense policy bill.
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