Significant developments might be happening within the government to enhance the United States’ military capabilities amidst ongoing concerns about potential conflict.
President Donald Trump has been implementing a series of changes since he was re-elected in January. One notable decision earlier this year raised eyebrows, especially as global tensions continue to mount.
Prior to finalizing it, Trump announced his intention to rename one of the US government departments, a decision that surprised many.
In August, he proposed changing the Department of Defense’s name back to the Department of War, a nod to its original title from decades ago.
A journalist queried the president: “On the Department of War, how do you plan to do that? It requires an act of Congress to rename the Defense Department…”
Trump responded: “We’re just going to do it. I’m sure Congress will go along if we need that… Defense is too defensive. We want to be defensive, but we want to be offensive, too if we have to be.”
He further stated: “You know, we call it the Department of Defense, but between us, I think we’re going to change the name. You want to know the truth. I think we’re going to have some information on that maybe soon.”
In September, Trump signed an executive order officially renaming the department, which led to concerns about the administration’s awareness of a possible looming conflict.
These worries have been amplified by reports indicating that the US is bolstering its missile inventory.
A Mail Online article highlighted that US military officials have reportedly urged contractors to increase production of certain weapons.
The requested weapons include Patriot missile interceptors, anti-ship missiles, and precision bombs.
The potential adversary remains unclear, but many speculate China due to ongoing economic tensions and potential threats of invasion.
Officials from the Department of War have frequently advocated for more missiles, citing a diminished supply as the US aids Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
The Trump Administration’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ enacted in July, allocated roughly $25 billion over five years for increased munitions spending.
In a conversation with the Wall Street Journal, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell mentioned that the US is exploring ways to ramp up its weapons production.
He stated: “President Trump and Secretary Hegseth are exploring extraordinary avenues to expand our military might and accelerate the production of munitions.”