Egomaniac Trump, 79, Gets Another Building Named After Him
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Florida Passes Bill to Rename Airport After Trump
Is trademarking the airport name an unprecedented ethical breach or a protective measure for a fitting tribute?
Above: Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport on Feb. 15, 2026. Image credit: Mandel Ngan/AFP/Getty Images
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Democratic narrative
Trademarking an airport name while in office crosses an unprecedented ethical line. The Trump Organization filed applications for "President Donald J. Trump International Airport" just before Florida's vote to rename the airport, raising serious questions about whether public decisions serve national interests or private profit. No sitting president's private company has ever sought trademark rights in advance of such naming, making it impossible to distinguish between governance and personal enrichment.
Republican narrative
Honoring the first president to reside in Florida by renaming an airport recognizes decades of contributions to the state and transformative leadership. The Trump Organization explicitly waived any licensing fees and filed trademarks solely to prevent misuse of the name, ensuring taxpayers face no financial burden from private interests. This fitting tribute celebrates a president who meets world leaders at Mar-a-Lago and has delivered decisive results for Florida and America.
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