The Department of War has announced a significant restructuring of its special operations leadership, reviving one of the most recognizable names in American military...

The Department of War has announced a significant restructuring of its special operations leadership, reviving one of the most recognizable names in American military history: the Office of Strategic Services (OSS).On November 12, 2026, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum (click here to read) reorganizing the Assistant Secretary of War for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict (SO/LIC) into the newly designated Office of Strategic Services. The move elevates the office’s status within the Department and grants it expanded authority, personnel, and resources.Elevating Special Operations LeadershipUnder the reorganization, the Assistant Secretary will now serve as the Assistant Secretary of War for the Office of Strategic Services, or ASW(OSS). According to Department officials, the office...