The Trump administration and its allies have made a series of high-profile moves to put Donald J. Trump’s name on a wide range of public spaces, government programs, and major infrastructure projects. From renaming iconic venues like the Kennedy Center and stretches of major roadways in Florida, to introducing new social policy initiatives such as “Trump Accounts” for newborns and launching federal platforms like TrumpRx for prescription drugs, the trend is hard to miss. Some of these changes were enacted through executive orders or board decisions, while others sparked debate or stalled in legislative negotiations.
These naming efforts go beyond ceremonial gestures; they reflect a push to leave a visible and lasting mark on both domestic policy and international projects. Whether it’s the proposed Trump-class battleships for the U.S. Navy, a visa program dubbed the “Trump Gold Card,” or even attempts to rename transportation hubs like Washington Dulles International Airport and New York’s Penn Station, each move has drawn attention and reactions across the spectrum. This list rounds up some of the most notable examples since late 2024, providing context on how each came about and where things stand now.
Donald J. Trump United States Institute of Peace
After dismantling/reorganizing the original USIP, the State Department renamed it and added large “DONALD J. TRUMP” lettering to the building facade in early December 2025.
