Plans for a new £3bn, 65,000-seater stadium at the old RFK Stadium site were agreed upon earlier this year, amid calls from local politicians for prompt approval. Trump stated, "I may put a restriction on them that if they don't change the name back... I won't make a deal for them to build a stadium." His commentary aligns with prior public remarks on sports team names, including urging the Cleveland Guardians to revert to the Indians, reflecting his belief that many Indigenous people share similar sentiments.

While Trump emphasizes the supposed demand from Native Americans, organizations like the National Congress of American Indians have condemned such assertions. They argue that these name depictions perpetuate harmful stereotypes and do not honor Native heritage. The Commanders have yet to publicly respond to Trump's threats regarding the stadium deal.