Trump’s rebranding of Palm Beach airport hasn’t taken off as he planned
Summary
Florida’s Palm Beach International Airport is being renamed after President Donald Trump, but the full makeover has been delayed due to money issues. The state has only provided about half of the funds needed, and the local county is unwilling to pay the rest, causing uncertainty about when the rebranding will be finished.Key Facts
- The airport near Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort was renamed to President Donald J Trump International Airport.
- Highway signs with the new name were quickly installed, but many inside signs still show the old name, Palm Beach International (PBI).
- The airport code will officially change to DJT on August 18.
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a law requiring the name change, and the county commission approved a deal with the Trump Organization by a narrow vote.
- The state budget includes $2.75 million for the name change, but the estimated total cost is $5.5 million.
- Palm Beach County refuses to cover the funding gap, saying taxpayers should not pay for the change.
- County officials plan to make some basic updates but say full rebranding will wait for more money.
- Some officials worry that money meant for airport safety and improvements might be used for rebranding instead.
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