Political tensions have flared as Democrats criticize recent efforts to rename geographic landmarks, including a proposal to change New Mexico’s name to "New America," amid growing public frustration over the Iran conflict and inflation. The administration has already rebranded the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America" and Lake Ontario as "Lake America" since early this year, raising questions about the motives behind these moves. Critics argue the renaming spree may be an attempt to shift focus from economic struggles and foreign policy challenges. The debate highlights broader divisions over leadership priorities and the symbolic weight of place names in national discourse.
Amid unpopular Iran war and persistent inflation, governor says state has had its name since before US existedDemocrats have hit back against Donald Trump’s suggestion that the state of New Mexico should be renamed “New America”, accusing the US president of trying to distract from his war on Iran and rising prices.The administration moved to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America” hours after Trump’s return to office in January 2025. In August, as trade tensions escalated between the US and Canada, it moved to do the same with Lake Ontario, moving to rename it as “Lake America”. Continue reading...
