Florida Lawmakers Push to Rename Palm Beach Airport After Trump

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The Florida Legislature is considering bills that would give the state the sole right to rename Palm Beach International Airport (PBIA) after former President Donald Trump. The proposed name change to the Donald J. Trump International Airport has faced some opposition from local residents, but the Republican-controlled legislature is expected to approve the measures and have them signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Why it matters

The renaming of PBIA would be a symbolic gesture honoring the former president, who has deep ties to Palm Beach and Mar-a-Lago. However, the proposal has stirred up controversy, with some residents preferring to keep the airport's current name.

The details

House Bill 919 and Senate Bill 706 are moving quickly through the Florida Legislature, which is controlled by Republicans. The bills would give the state the sole authority to rename PBIA, overriding any objections from Palm Beach County officials or residents. Supporters of the name change say it would recognize Trump's status as a prominent local figure, while opponents argue the airport should maintain its existing identity.

• The Florida Legislature is currently considering the renaming bills.
• If approved, the airport's new name would be the Donald J. Trump International Airport.

What’s next

If the renaming bills are approved by the Florida Legislature, Gov. DeSantis is expected to sign them into law, officially changing the name of Palm Beach International Airport to the Donald J. Trump International Airport.