Palm Beach Airport to Be Renamed After Trump

The Florida airport will be renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport in July.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:25pm

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A serene, photorealistic painting of an empty airport terminal with long shadows and a single American flag hanging in the warm light, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation around a politically charged decision.The renaming of Palm Beach's airport to honor a former president sparks debate over the appropriate use of public facilities.Palm Beach Today

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill allowing Palm Beach International Airport to be renamed the President Donald J. Trump International Airport. The renaming is set to take effect in July 2026.

Why it matters

The renaming of the airport is seen as a political move to honor the former president, who has a residence in Palm Beach. However, the decision has drawn criticism from those who view it as an inappropriate use of taxpayer funds to rebrand a public facility after a private individual.

The details

The bill to rename the airport was passed by the Florida state legislature and signed into law by Governor DeSantis. The new name, President Donald J. Trump International Airport, will officially take effect on July 1, 2026. The airport currently serves the Palm Beach area and is one of the busier regional airports in Florida.

  • The bill to rename the airport was signed into law on March 31, 2026.
  • The new name, President Donald J. Trump International Airport, will officially take effect on July 1, 2026.

The players

Ron DeSantis

The current Governor of Florida who signed the bill to rename the airport.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States, after whom the airport will be renamed.

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What they’re saying

“This is an appropriate way to honor the legacy of President Trump, who has had a long association with Palm Beach and the surrounding region.”

— Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida

“Renaming a public airport after a former president sets a dangerous precedent and is an inappropriate use of taxpayer funds.”

— Samantha Greene, Palm Beach resident

What’s next

The airport authority will begin the process of updating signage, maps, and other branding materials to reflect the new name in the coming months.

The takeaway

The renaming of Palm Beach International Airport to honor former President Trump is a politically charged move that highlights the ongoing debate over how public facilities should recognize past leaders.