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The Commanders’ proposed stadium at the RFK campus is detailed in a 35-page submission to the National Capital Planning Commission, focusing on how the project fits the surrounding area and meets legal requirements. The document does not include design specifics such as seating, food service, or field surface, but offers a broad overview with highlights and a link to the full document for review.
The Washington Commanders released initial renderings for a 70,000-seat roofed stadium at the RFK site in Washington, D.C., aiming for a 2030 opening. The design by HKS seeks to honor RFK’s legacy while enabling year‑round events and strong transit access, with a projected cost of about $4 billion (the team covering roughly $2.7 billion). The plan emphasizes a dynamic profile near the Capitol, public plazas and green spaces, and dedicates at least 30% of the site to year‑round recreation.
The White House indicated it would be 'beautiful' to name the new Washington Commanders stadium after Donald Trump, following reports that he expressed interest in having his name on the stadium. The team is returning to Washington, D.C., with a new stadium on the site of RFK Stadium, part of a nearly $4 billion redevelopment plan. Trump, who previously threatened to block the deal over the team's name, has a history of branding his name on various properties.
Donald Trump reportedly wants the Washington Commanders' new $3.7 billion stadium in D.C. to be named after him, leveraging his influence to make it happen, although the final decision involves city and federal authorities. The stadium is part of a major development project on the RFK Stadium site, with the team and city involved in the naming process.
The Washington Commanders received final approval from the D.C. Council to move back to the city and build a new $3.7 billion stadium at RFK Stadium, with plans to open in 2030, aiming to boost local economic growth and revitalize the area.
The Washington Commanders received final approval from the D.C. Council to build a new $2.7 billion stadium at RFK Stadium, marking their return to Washington by 2030, after addressing last-minute concerns and securing city support for the historic project.
The D.C. Council approved a $3.7 billion deal to build a Commanders football stadium and mixed-use development at RFK Stadium, involving over $1 billion in public funds and tax breaks, with ongoing negotiations on labor, environmental, and affordable housing commitments, pending a final vote in September.
The D.C. Council is scheduled to vote on the Commanders' stadium deal at RFK Stadium, with the outcome determining whether the project proceeds or if alternative options in Maryland or Virginia will be explored.
DC Council member Robert White plans to vote against the proposed Commanders stadium deal at RFK Stadium due to concerns over gentrification, insufficient resident protections, and the financial terms, including increased public costs and lack of guarantees on housing and jobs for local residents.
D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson announced a deal with the Washington Commanders to redevelop RFK Stadium, which is expected to save hundreds of millions of dollars and paves the way for a vote on bringing the team back to its historic site.
The D.C. Council is expected to approve a $3.7 billion stadium development at RFK Stadium for the Washington Commanders, which includes over $1 billion in taxpayer funds, following Mayor Bowser's announcement of the deal.
Maryland senators are negotiating a deal with Washington, D.C., involving the potential relocation of an Air National Guard squadron to Maryland. In exchange, they would not oppose legislation that would allow D.C. to redevelop the RFK Stadium site, which is a potential location for the Washington Commanders' new stadium.
The U.S. Senate's Energy and Natural Resources Committee has passed a bill allowing Washington D.C. to control federal land, including the RFK Stadium site, potentially paving the way for the Washington Commanders to return to the city. The bill, which now moves to the Senate floor, has sparked interest from Maryland and Virginia, both vying to host the NFL team. The Commanders' ownership, led by Josh Harris, aims for a new stadium by 2030, with ongoing negotiations in all three jurisdictions.
A Senate committee has advanced a bill that would allow Washington, D.C. to control the RFK Stadium site for 99 years, potentially paving the way for the Washington Commanders to return to the city. This move has sparked opposition from Maryland, where the team currently plays, as state officials argue the deal is unfair to taxpayers. The bill's passage is uncertain, with efforts underway to include it in a larger spending package before Congress adjourns. Maryland has invested heavily in the current stadium area and seeks to retain the team.
A bill that could make RFK Stadium a potential site for the Washington Commanders' new stadium has passed the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee with a 17-2 vote. This development allows the Commanders to continue discussions with Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, leveraging these options to secure the best possible deal for their future home.