Department of War triggers eye rolls, enthusiasm and cost concerns

Sep 6, 2025 - 02:00
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Department of War triggers eye rolls, enthusiasm and cost concerns
President Trump’s executive order to formally change the Department of Defense to the Department of War was met on Friday with enthusiasm from some on the right, but largely elicited skepticism on the left and concerns about the steep cost from former officials.  Trump framed the rebrand as a signal of American strength that will…