October 19, 2026

Trump Reiterates Proposal to Rename New Mexico as 'New America'

Trump continues to advocate for changing New Mexico's name to 'New America', claiming it would enhance state prestige and home values.
He reiterated this suggestion on Truth Social, stating the name change would make residents prouder and could improve the state's economic situation.
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham firmly rejects the proposal, emphasizing that New Mexico's name is not up for debate and criticizing Trump's focus on renaming instead of addressing local issues.

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