Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Monday that will rename Palm Beach International Airport as President Donald J. Trump International Airport. The change takes effect July 1, pending approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. DeSantis signed the measure quietly, a departure from his usual public ceremonies, and a spokesperson said a formal event will follow.

The Trump Organization filed trademark applications for the new name and the code “DJT,” aiming to protect the brand. The filings also cover airport‑themed merchandise. Trump’s family said the organization would receive no royalties or licensing fees from the renaming, describing the move as a safeguard against infringement.

Democratic leaders slammed the bill as a waste of public money, estimating the renaming would cost local officials about $5 million. Representative Fentrice Driskell of Tampa criticized Republicans for prioritizing a symbolic gesture over Florida’s economic challenges, citing rising gas, grocery, and health‑care costs.

The renaming reflects a broader trend of Trump branding, following recent moves to attach his name to the Kennedy Center and the U.S. dollar. Whether the FAA approves the change remains a question, but the decision could open doors for Trump‑branded merchandise and further cement the president’s presence in Florida’s commercial landscape.