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USA TODAY on MSN · 3d

Why did the Commanders change their name? President Trump urges Washington to switch back

Washington's NFL franchise is no stranger to controversy and name debates. Here's why the Commanders changed their name and why they can't go back.

Sports Illustrated on MSN · 4d

President Donald Trump pushes for Commanders name change

President Donald Trump is again calling for the Washington Commanders to revert to their former name, arguing the cultural climate has changed.

Yahoo Sports · 3d

Donald Trump vs. Commanders name change, explained: What to know about threat to block new stadium if Redskins don't return

The Washington franchise has changed away from its nickname twice, first changing from Redskins in 2020 before its most recent change to Commanders in 2022. After retiring the Redskins name and logo, the team adopted the temporary moniker of the Washington Football Team, using the same branding and uniforms from before, sans Redskins insignia.

Mendelson reaches deal with Commanders on RFK site

Pressure mounts for DC council to vote on Commanders stadium deal

The pressure is mounting for DC council to vote on a deal to bring the Commanders back home to the District. “This is what I support, getting the deal done,” said Mayor Muriel Bowser. Bowser acknowledged Wednesday speculation that a vote could come soon.

The Washington Post on MSN · 11h

Mendelson reaches deal with Commanders on RFK site amid growing pressure

RFK Stadium redevelopment deal nears vote after D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson reaches updated agreement with Washington Commanders.

SB Nation on MSN · 14h

Report: Washington Commanders and D.C. city council reach amended deal for RFK Stadium

T he Washington Commanders and Washington D.C.'s city council have reportedly agreed to an amended deal to proceed with development of the former RFK Stadium site. Commanders managing partner Josh Harris,

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Former Guardians manager Terry Francona defends team's name change amid Trump's pressure

Terry Francona, who managed Cleveland from 2013 to 2023, saw the franchise change its legendary name - but it was a move he ...

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Pressure building for Commanders to change name

Mike Florio reacts to President Trump demanding the Commanders to return to their old name and how the relocation to ...

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DC Council takes big step toward finalizing Commanders stadium deal

Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, the head of the House Oversight Committee, wrote a letter to Mendelson last week urging the ...

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Ohio state rep backs Trump's push for Guardians to change name back to Indians

An Ohio state lawmaker backed President Donald Trump's push to have the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Guardians change ...

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What DC leaders say about Trump’s call for Commanders to go back to former name

President Donald Trump reignited the debate over the name of Washington’s NFL team. Now D.C.-area leaders are weighing in on ...

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