Trump International Airport Replaces Palm Beach International

Florida governor signs legislation to rename airport after former president

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:48pm

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A serene, cinematic painting of an empty airport terminal filled with warm light and deep shadows, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation about the political implications of the name change.The renaming of Palm Beach's airport to honor a divisive former president underscores the ongoing debate over how to memorialize political leaders.Palm Beach Today

The former Palm Beach International Airport has been renamed to President Donald J. Trump International Airport following legislation signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. The name change is the result of a proposal passed by the state legislature.

Why it matters

The renaming of the airport is seen as a controversial political move, as Trump remains a divisive figure. It highlights the ongoing debate over how to memorialize and honor past presidents, especially those with complex legacies.

The details

The legislation to rename the airport was introduced and passed by the Florida state legislature earlier this year. Governor DeSantis, a Republican and Trump ally, signed the bill into law, officially changing the name from Palm Beach International Airport to President Donald J. Trump International Airport.

  • The name change was signed into law by Governor DeSantis on March 31, 2026.

The players

Ron DeSantis

The Republican governor of Florida who signed the legislation to rename the airport.

Donald J. Trump

The former president of the United States, after whom the airport has been renamed.

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What they’re saying

“President Trump has had a long and storied history in Palm Beach, and it's only fitting that we rename the airport to honor his legacy.”

— Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida

What’s next

The name change is expected to be implemented over the next several months, with new signage and branding rolled out at the airport.

The takeaway

The renaming of Palm Beach International Airport to honor the controversial former president is a politically charged move that will likely spark ongoing debate about how to remember and commemorate past leaders.