DeSantis signs bill to rename Palm Beach airport after Trump

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by Associated Press
March 31, 2026
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Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Trump.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Monday authorizing the renaming of Palm Beach International Airport to President Donald J. Trump International Airport. The bill follows Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election and reflects his deep ties to Palm Beach, where he has maintained Mar-a-Lago, his private residence and club. Airport renaming legislation typically requires federal approval from the FAA, adding a procedural step before the change takes effect. The move is among the first major efforts by Republican-led states to honor Trump since he took office in January 2025. DeSantis, a former 2024 presidential candidate, has sought to strengthen his relationship with the now-sitting president.

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