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Florida airport to be renamed after US President Donald Trump

LiveMint·20 February 2026·4d ago1 min read0 views
Florida airport to be renamed after US President Donald Trump

In a significant move reflecting the state's political landscape, the Republican-controlled legislature of Florida has sanctioned a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport as the 'President Donald J. Trump International Airport.' This decision underscores the ongoing support for Trump among Florida Republicans, particularly in Palm Beach County, a region that has been a stronghold for the former president. The renaming initiative comes amidst broader discussions about airport naming conventions across the United States, especially as they relate to political figures. Supporters of the bill argue that this honor is fitting for a president who has maintained considerable influence in the state, where he has a residence. Critics, however, raise concerns about the appropriateness of naming public infrastructure after a controversial figure. As the bill awaits the governor's signature to become law, it highlights the intersection of politics, identity, and public spaces in contemporary American society, particularly in a state that has played a pivotal role in national elections.

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