Commanders refuse to back down: The team’s strong reaction to Donald Trump’s threat

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President Donald Trump has reignited the controversy surrounding the Washington Commanders, demanding that the team revert to its former “Redskins” name. Trump threatened to block a proposed $3.7 billion deal to redevelop RFK Stadium if the team does not comply.

The Commanders, now under the leadership of owner Josh Harris, are in the midst of complex negotiations to return to Washington, D.C. But Trump’s ultimatum raises questions that go beyond branding and touch on the team’s future direction.

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Josh Harris, who became the owner of the team, is resolute in his decision to keep the “Commanders” name.

“It’s now being embraced by our team, by our culture, by our coaching staff. So we’re going with that,” Harris told ESPN earlier this year. Public support for the name has surged to 61%, up from just 45% last year, reflecting the cultural shift that Harris has spearheaded.

For the team, the name symbolizes a break from the past, one filled with controversy surrounding the Redskins identity.

Trump’s call for a reversion, however, has thrown gasoline onto the debate. Despite the pressure, Harris and the Commanders’ leadership are standing firm.

According to veteran sports journalist Albert Breer, the team isn’t even entertaining the idea of renaming itself again. Harris has made it clear that changing the name back would be a step backward and could lead to new controversies in the future.

This stance mirrors the approach taken by the Cleveland Guardians, who faced similar calls to revert after changing their name but chose to stay the course.

Cultural shift and growing support

When the team dropped the Redskins name in 2020, it marked the end of a longstanding tradition but also gave the franchise the opportunity to move past its troubled history. By 2022, under Harris’ ownership, the team adopted the “Commanders” name, symbolizing a new chapter.

Harris has said that the old name cannot return, emphasizing the importance of the rebrand for the team’s cultural and financial progress.

The shift in identity is paying off. Merchandise sales for the Commanders jumped by 163%, a clear sign that the franchise’s new image is gaining traction. ESPN’s Dan Graziano summarized the impact of the rebrand, noting that the name “Commanders” now represents a team built on toughness, teamwork, and resilience-values that resonate with both players and fans.

Political and legislative roadblocks

Despite these cultural and financial gains, the Commanders’ return to D.C. faces fresh challenges. The redevelopment of RFK Stadium, which is meant to serve as the centerpiece of the franchise’s homecoming, has encountered a major delay.

The D.C. Council postponed a critical vote on the project due to concerns over the financial aspects of housing and retail developments tied to the stadium. Mayor Muriel Bowser, a strong proponent of the deal, has expressed frustration over the delay, seeing the stadium as a key part of revitalizing the city.

For the Commanders, the delay adds another layer of complexity to their situation. With the specter of Trump’s name-change demands still looming, the team is trying to stay focused on securing its future while navigating these political hurdles.

As the timeline for the stadium deal becomes murkier, the Commanders’ leadership remains hopeful but cautious, aware that each delay brings new challenges.

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