Oppose Costly and Unnecessary Department of Defense Renaming

I am writing to express my strong opposition to President Trump's executive order renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War. This decision is not only costly and unnecessary but also potentially damaging to our nation's image and international relations. The proposed change would require updating seals on over 700,000 facilities worldwide, costing taxpayers billions of dollars. At a time when our military faces pressing needs and budget constraints, this expenditure is entirely unjustifiable. It diverts crucial resources from essential military operations and improvements that could genuinely enhance our national security. Moreover, reverting to the "Department of War" title sends a troubling message to our allies and adversaries alike. It portrays the United States as a nation focused on aggression rather than defense and diplomacy, undermining years of careful international relationship-building. This rebranding contradicts our commitment to global peace and stability, potentially damaging our standing on the world stage. The executive order also allows Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to use the title 'Secretary of War' in official communications, further reinforcing this aggressive stance. This change in terminology is not merely symbolic; it represents a shift in how we present our military objectives to the world. I urge you to take immediate action to block this executive order. Please work with your colleagues, including those like Senator Mitch McConnell who have already voiced criticism, to prevent this wasteful and potentially harmful rebranding. Our focus should be on addressing real military needs and maintaining our position as a global leader in defense and diplomacy, not on politically motivated name changes that offer no tangible benefits to our national security or international relations. Time is of the essence, as the Pentagon has already begun rebranding some of its online presence. Swift action is needed to halt this process before it gains momentum and becomes even more costly to reverse. Please prioritize this issue and use your position to protect our military's resources, reputation, and effectiveness.