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Pete Hegseth’s Department of War Rebrand Makes Striking Change

Pete Hegseth’s Department of War Rebrand Makes Striking Change

Summary

Pete Hegseth showed a new logo design for the Department of Defense, now called the "Department of War," during a speech at the Air Force Academy. The new logo is simpler and more angular compared to the old one, but the Pentagon has not confirmed any official change yet.

Key Facts

  • The Department of Defense was renamed the "Department of War" by an executive order in September 2025.
  • Pete Hegseth introduced a new logo during a speech at the U.S. Air Force Academy.
  • The new logo removes traditional elements like olive branches, laurel leaves, and 13 stars.
  • The redesign uses a monochrome color scheme with five stars and sharper eagle wings.
  • The department’s official website still shows the old Pentagon line-drawing logo.
  • The official seal remains based on the original 1949 Department of Defense seal.
  • The Pentagon has not confirmed the change of logo or name officially.
  • The story is ongoing and may receive updates in the future.
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