Florida Lawmakers Approve Renaming Palm Beach Airport After Trump

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Florida lawmakers have given final approval to a bill that would rename Palm Beach International Airport after former President Donald Trump. The bill allows the state to rename several commercial airports, with the only proposed change being for the Palm Beach airport. The bill now goes to Governor Ron DeSantis for his signature and will also need approval from the Federal Aviation Administration.

Why it matters

The renaming of Palm Beach International Airport after the former president is a politically charged move that reflects the ongoing debate over how to memorialize and honor past presidents. Supporters see it as a way to recognize Trump's ties to the area, while critics view it as an inappropriate politicization of a public asset.

The details

The bill passed by Florida lawmakers would allow the state to rename several commercial airports, with the only proposed change being for Palm Beach International Airport to be renamed after former President Donald Trump. The bill now heads to Governor Ron DeSantis' desk for his signature and will also require approval from the Federal Aviation Administration before the name change can be finalized.

• The Florida legislature gave final approval to the bill on February 20, 2026.

What’s next

The bill now heads to Governor Ron DeSantis' desk, and if signed, will require approval from the Federal Aviation Administration before the airport name change can be implemented.