Congressman John McGuire has announced the introduction of the Peace Through Strength Act, a legislative proposal that seeks to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War. The announcement was made in a series of posts on his official X account over several days.
On September 20, 2025, McGuire stated: “Yesterday, I was proud to introduce the Peace Through Strength Act. This bill codifies @POTUS’s Executive Order to rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War.”
The following day, on September 21, 2025, McGuire discussed broader national security initiatives connected to military readiness and quality of life improvements for servicemembers. He wrote: “National security depends on a ready, well-equipped military.
The #FY26NDAA
Increases recruitment
Expands training opportunities
Prioritizes innovative capabilities
Improves Servicemembers’
Quality of Life
@HASCRepublicans and I are making sure those who serve”.
On September 22, 2025, he further outlined details about his legislative effort: “The Peace Through Strength Act:
Renames the Department of Defense → Department of War
Restores historic titles like “Secretary of War”
Projects American strength to friends and foes alike”.
These statements come amid ongoing discussions in Congress regarding defense policy and terminology. The move to revert to historical titles such as “Department of War” and “Secretary of War” reflects efforts by some lawmakers to emphasize military strength and tradition in U.S. defense posture.
