USA Trump's Defence Renaming Sparks Fears of WW3 Conflict

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In a move that has sent shockwaves through political circles, Donald Trump has hinted at a dramatic rebranding of America's military identity

 

Donald Trump has sparked fears of a potential WW3 by proposing the return of the "Department of War" title, a name that was scrapped nearly 80 years ago. This explosive announcement came during a meeting in the Oval Office with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung.

 

The controversial suggestion arose when a routine question about military deployment led Trump to criticise the Pentagon's current identity. He praised Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, referring to him as part of the "Department of War," the name used until 1947.

 

Trump claimed, "We call it the Department of Defense, but I think we're going to change the name. I think we're going to have some information on that maybe soon." He invoked America's victorious wartime legacy in World Wars I and II as justification for the rebrand. "We had an unbelievable history of victory when it was the Department of War," he argued, suggesting the name change signalled a loss of strength.

 

The proposal has raised eyebrows, with Trump hinting further details would be revealed "over the next couple weeks." He also considered dubbing Hegseth as the "Secretary of War," suggesting the original change was political correctness.

 

However, the 1947 shift to the Department of Defense was linked to practical post-war restructuring. The National Security Act, signed by President Truman, merged the Department of War with the Navy and newly created Air Force under a unified National Military Establishment.

 

Critics warn Trump's move could signal a return to aggressive posturing, challenging long-standing historical decisions. As expected, the proposal has ignited debate over its implications.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Express 2025-08-26