Trump, Former Players Push Redskins Name Return Amid Commanders Era

President Donald Trump has publicly called for the Washington Commanders to revert to their former name, the Redskins, arguing that political correctness has waned and that Native American heritage is being undermined. Several former players, including Native American defensive lineman Jason Buck, support Trump's stance and have expressed a desire to meet with the president to advocate for restoring the name, which they view as an important part of the team's and community's identity. Buck likened the name change to losing a family legacy and has joined the Native American Guardians Association to educate others about the issue. Despite these calls, the current team owner, Josh Harris, has firmly stated there are no plans to bring back the old name, emphasizing the new Commanders identity and its connection to the military city of Washington, D.C. As the team prepares to return to a new stadium on the site of the old RFK Stadium, the debate over the name remains a point of contention among fans, former players, and leadership. While support for the original name persists among some groups, the franchise appears resolved to maintain its current branding.