Trump argued that the rebranding would increase residential property values, household incomes, state prestige and national pride. The request for the change first appeared in several public communications on Monday, but state authorities maintain that the required legal procedures for such a transition were not met.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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New Mexico Rejects Trump Demand to Rename State New America
US Politics1 day ago
Local administrators refused to change the official name of their jurisdiction on Oct. 19, arguing that the state's heritage and existing law prohibited the move. The rejection from New Mexico officials follows a demand from President Trump that the region be renamed "New America" effective immediately.
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