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AI Summary: This is a policy document: an Executive Order issued by the President of the United States on September 5, 2025, regarding the restoration of the Department of War's name and title. This regulation aims to reintroduce the historical term "Department of War" as a secondary title for the current Department of Defense, allowing officials to use war-related titles in various contexts such as official correspondence, public communications, and ceremonial settings. The order authorizes the Secretary of Defense to also be known as the Secretary of War, and extends this naming convention to subordinate officials. While the legal and statutory references will remain unchanged, the executive order requires the Secretary of War to submit a notification to Congress about the use of the new designation and provide recommendations for permanently changing the department's name. The order emphasizes the historical significance of the Department of War, highlighting its role in major conflicts like the War of 1812 and World Wars I and II, and suggests that the term "War" more strongly communicates national strength and resolve compared to "Defense." The document includes standard provisions ensuring the order does not impair existing legal authorities and is implemented consistent with applicable law.