Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleBrendan RasciusWednesday 01 July 2026 01:00 BSTPalm Beach airport set for new name to change this JulyFlorida taxpayers are expected to fund the renaming of Palm Beach International Airport to "President Donald J. Trump International Airport."Governor Ron DeSantis signed a state budget allocating $2.75 million for the rebranding, covering uniforms, signage and marketing materials.The total cost for the name change is estimated to be up to $5.5 million, with additional costs potentially covered by airport revenue or grants.The rebranding, authorized by legislation signed in March, has faced opposition, including two lawsuits citing safety concerns and misuse of taxpayer money.Eric Trump unveiled a logo for the new airport, which resembles the presidential seal, and a trademark deal allows Trump's businesses to sell branded items, with the new name taking effect July 9.In fullFlorida taxpayers will foot some of the $5M bill to change airport’s name to honor TrumpThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in