Trump Faces Backlash Over Reports US Navy Carrier Could Be Named After Him Instead of Black War Hero
Sources say US navy is working to rename carrier originally planned to honor second world war sailor Doris Miller
TL;DR
- The US Navy is reportedly considering renaming an aircraft carrier from the USS Doris Miller to honor Donald Trump.
- The carrier was originally to be named after Doris Miller, a Black sailor recognized for his heroism during the attack on Pearl Harbor.
- Critics, including the NAACP, have called the potential renaming a "slap in the face" to veterans and a move that disrespects military service.
- Doris Miller was awarded the Navy Cross for his actions at Pearl Harbor in 1941.
- No US Navy carrier has previously been named for a sitting president.