Pentagon Seeks Congressional Approval for 'Department of War' Rebranding at $52 Million Cost
The Pentagon has formally requested congressional authorization to rename the Department of Defense to the 'Department of War,' estimating the cost at $52 million. This rebranding, which includes renaming the Secretary of Defense to Secretary of War, has generated mixed responses, with some lawmakers supporting it while others criticize the expenditure amidst current economic concerns.
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The Pentagon is seeking congressional approval to officially rename the Department of Defense as the 'Department of War', with an estimated cost of $52 million. This plan, significantly lower than the Congressional Budget Office's January estimate of $125 million, includes $44.6 million for Defense Agencies, $3.5 million for Military Departments, $3 million for the Secretary's office, and $400,000 for the Joint Staff and National Guard Bureau.
The rebranding would require approximately 7,600 changes to federal law and is already reflected in the Pentagon's online presence. While some congressional Republicans support the change, Democrats have criticized the financial implications as the country faces economic challenges.
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