On a recent episode of Longshore and McKnight, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville discussed President Donald Trump’s ongoing efforts to persuade the team to revert to its former name, the Washington Redskins.

Tuberville (R-Auburn) highlighted that Trump has addressed this topic several times.

“I was there when he shared his thoughts on it,” the senator remarked. “It’s something we all ponder.”

Tuberville touched on his interactions with team owner Josh Harris, noting the influence of the players’ opinions on management decisions.

“The owner seems quite apprehensive about the players’ sentiments. Yes, many of the players are minorities, but, really, they should all be proud Americans, and I believe most are,” he mentioned. “This owner is worried about hurting feelings and disrupting team morale. But, at the end of the day, it’s his team. There’s pressure from the president, and I think we need to see some action.”

He also expressed his thoughts on the current team uniforms.

“When you see those vibrant colors—maroon and gold—and then get a W on the side of the helmet, I mean, what’s up with that?”

According to Tuberville, the name change reflects a significant shift in societal attitudes, and he believes Trump aims to resolve these matters.

“We’ve experienced about eight years of DEI and social justice discussions,” Tuberville stated. “What about embracing being American? What about listening to what people actually want instead of just acting on personal inclinations?”

Tuberville asserted that Harris should remember that it’s the fans who buy tickets, not overly opinionated players.

“President Trump played a crucial role in revitalizing our nation to some extent. It’s disconcerting to think that someone like the Redskins’ owner would make decisions based not on the players, but on what he perceives to be their desires. The focus should be on the fans. If they’re not happy, tickets won’t sell.”

“You’re an employee,” Tuberville stressed. “You don’t hold the decision-making power here.”