The Department of War has officially issued a notice to Scouting America, urging a return to foundational scouting principles. The announcement, accompanied by a 6.3-minute video, highlights the importance of traditional scouting values and appears to critique recent changes made by the organization, including its 2025 rebranding from the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) to Scouting America.

This rebranding reflected broader policy shifts over the past several years, including the full inclusion of girls into all programs, expansion of Cub Scouts in 2018, Scouts BSA in 2019, and updates around youth membership related to gender identity and other considerations. While Scouting America has sought to modernize and promote inclusivity, the Department of War emphasizes a return to the core skills, discipline, and character-building programs that historically defined the organization.

DoW officials indicate that their intervention is intended to guide Scouting America back to its original mission of preparing youth with practical skills, leadership, and ethical values. The message underscores a growing debate within scouting communities about balancing inclusivity with traditional programs, and the degree to which core principles should be preserved amid modernization efforts.

Observers note that the video and public statements from the Department of War serve as a call to action for Scouting America leadership to reassess priorities, maintain fidelity to established values, and ensure that the organization’s educational objectives remain aligned with the historic mission that has guided generations of scouts.