Trump 'will not even consider' renaming Army bases named for Confederate leadersThe Hill, Jun 10, 2020
President Trump said Wednesday he "will not even consider" renaming Army bases that were named for Confederate military leaders after top Pentagon officials indicated recently they are open to the idea.
In a series of tweets, Trump argued the bases have become part of U.S. history and should not be "tampered with."
"These Monumental and very Powerful Bases have become part of a Great American Heritage, and a history of Winning, Victory, and Freedom," he tweeted, adding that "HEROES" who won two world wars were trained on the "Hallowed Grounds" of the bases.
"Therefore, my Administration will not even consider the renaming of these Magnificent and Fabled Military Installations," Trump continued.
..."Our history as the Greatest Nation in the World will not be tampered with. Respect our Military!" — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 10, 2020
The authority for naming and renaming bases rests with the Army, but it's unlikely officials would proceed without Trump’s approval.
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