Trump, Redskins and Washington Commanders
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President Trump isn't kidding around with his new threat to the NFL's Washington Commanders, the White House says.
Scott Turner, the HUD secretary and former Washington Redskins defensive back, backed President Donald Trump's push to change the Commanders' nickname.
The Washington Commanders will retire Art Monk's No. 81 jersey, one of the highest honors for the Hall of Fame WR. The ceremony is set for the Nov. 2 home game.
President Donald Trump has called for the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Guardians to change their names back to the Redskins and Indians.