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America: the gulf, the lake and now the state – what’s next on Trump’s huge renaming spree? | Marina Hyde

America: the gulf, the lake and now the state – what’s next on Trump’s huge renaming spree? | Marina Hyde

Summary

President Donald Trump continues to promote renaming places in the United States, including suggesting New Mexico be renamed New America. Meanwhile, the US conflict with Iran, initially claimed to be short, has lasted over six months.

Key Facts

  • President Trump suggested renaming New Mexico as "New America" on social media.
  • He previously referred to the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America."
  • Trump also claimed to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America" by executive order.
  • Renaming places often seems linked to political support and voting patterns.
  • Trump’s war with Iran was initially said to last a few weeks but has gone on for over six months.
  • Trump made several statements declaring the war won or nearly over early in the conflict.
  • Locations and landmarks may be renamed with "America" or "Trump" added.
  • This naming spree happens while the US faces record-high diesel prices.
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