NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 21, 2026Hillsborough
Navy considers renaming future aircraft carrier for Donald Trump
The U.S. Navy is reportedly evaluating a proposal to rename a future aircraft carrier currently designated to honor Pearl Harbor hero Doris Miller, with former President Donald Trump being considered as a potential namesake.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8Why It Matters
The decision involves the naming rights of a major military vessel, which impacts the legacy of historical figures honored by the U.S. Navy and the political symbolism associated with military assets.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Navy is reportedly considering renaming a future aircraft carrier.
- The vessel is currently designated to honor Doris Miller, a hero of the Pearl Harbor attack.
- Donald Trump is reportedly among the names being considered as a replacement for the current designation.
Who's Mentioned
otherCVN-81“Hull number for the future Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier”personDonald Trump“Reportedly under consideration as a potential name for the carrier”personThomas Modly“Former Acting Secretary of the Navy who announced the original naming”organizationKWKT“News outlet reporting 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 the aircraft carrier”organizationCNN“News outlet reporting on the internal discussions”