The Florida House voted 81–30 to rename Palm Beach International Airport as President Donald J. Trump International Airport, moving the proposal one step closer to reality.
The bill (HB 919) now advances as a similar measure (SB 706) heads to the Senate floor. Supporters argue the airport should honor Trump because Palm Beach is his hometown and he has invested in aviation infrastructure.
Republican Rep. Meg Weinberger said Trump lives just five miles from the airport and deserves recognition. Other GOP lawmakers praised his “America First” leadership and airport modernization efforts.
Democrats strongly opposed the move, arguing it is inappropriate to rename a public airport after a sitting president. They cited Trump’s two impeachments and felony convictions in New York, along with ethical concerns tied to trademark filings by DTTM Operations LLC, a Trump Organization entity.
House Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell questioned whether trademark control could create financial benefits linked to a public facility. Supporters responded that Trump’s family has agreed to waive trademark rights for the airport name.
The Senate version includes $2.75 million to cover renaming costs, including signage, marketing materials, technology updates, and rebranding of equipment. The change would require approval from the Federal Aviation Administration and a formal agreement with Palm Beach County.
If passed, the Legislature would also gain authority over naming Florida’s seven largest commercial airports, though Palm Beach would be the only one immediately renamed.
The debate reflects broader national divisions over Trump’s legacy — with supporters celebrating his record and critics arguing the honor is premature.
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