Authority
The Defense Department is directed by the executive branch, where the President serves as chief commander. The Secretary of Defense is appointed by the President and serves as top official of the department. Agencies include Space Force, Air Force, Navy, Army, Central Intelligence Agency, and Homeland Security.
Authority The Defense Department is directed by the executive branch, where the President serves as chief commander. The Secretary of Defense is appointed by the President and serves as top official of the department. Agencies include Space Force, Air Force, Navy, Army, Central Intelligence Agency, and Homeland Security.