FORT CAVAZOS, Texas (KXXV) — Fort Cavazos could undergo a possible name change once again.
President Trump took to the crowd to announce on Tuesday, during the Fort Bragg event today, honoring the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary.
"For a little breaking news, we are also going to be restoring the names to Fort Pickett, Fort Hood, Fort Gordon, Fort Rucker, Fort Polk, Fort AP Hill, and Fort Robert E. Lee" said President Trump.
In 2023, Fort Cavazos was renamed after General Richard Edward Cavazos, the Army's first Hispanic four-star general.
The base was formerly named Fort Hood, previously named after John Bell Hood. He became a confederate cavalry captain after the Civil War began in 1861 and was promoted to major general the following year. He led Confederate troops in several battles, including the Battle of Gettysburg.
"We won a lot of battles out of those forts, and it's no time to change," said President Trump.
"I am happy it is going back to Fort Hood. I wasn't happy that it changed in the first place, but that was just part of the wokeness of the Biden administration," said Lt. Gov Dan Patrick.
We reached out to Fort Cavazos but have not received a comment.
“I’m a bit disappointed that President Trump wants to change Fort Cavazos back to Fort Hood. Fort Cavazos honors a true American hero, General Richard Cavazos, the first Latino four-star general and a proud Texan. The name reflects who we are today: diverse, strong, and forward-looking. I support keeping the name and the progress it represents,” said Killeen Mayor Pro Tem Riakos Adams.
This is a developing story. 25 News will keep you updated.
