Trump calls on New Mexico to change its name to ‘New America’

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Published 19 Oct 2026, 21:50 BST1 min read

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President Donald Trump on Monday called on New Mexico to change its name to “New America” — the latest example of him seeking geographical name changes that fit his political agenda.

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