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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 21, 2026Hillsborough

U.S. Navy considers renaming future aircraft carrier for Donald Trump

The U.S. Navy is reportedly evaluating a proposal to replace the name of Pearl Harbor hero Doris Miller on a future aircraft carrier with that of former President Donald Trump.

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Why It Matters

The decision involves the naming rights of a major military asset and the potential reversal of a previous commitment to honor a specific historical figure.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Navy is reportedly considering renaming a future aircraft carrier.
  • The carrier was previously designated to be named after Doris Miller, a Pearl Harbor hero.
  • Donald Trump is reportedly among the names being considered as a replacement for the current designation.

Who's Mentioned

personDonald Trump“Former President reportedly under consideration for the ship's name”personThomas Modly“Former Acting Secretary of the Navy who announced the original naming”otherUSS Doris Miller“Future Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier (CVN-81)”organizationKWKT“News outlet reporting on the story”personDoris Miller“Pearl Harbor hero and namesake of the future aircraft carrier CVN-81”organizationU.S. Navy“The military branch responsible for naming aircraft carriers.”organizationCNN“News outlet reporting on the internal Navy discussions”