Trump calls for the state New Mexico to be renamed 'New America'
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Donald Trump demanded New Mexico change its name to New America, sparking sharp pushback from state leaders defending its centuries-old heritage.

by CHARLOTTE HAZARD | The National News Desk

U.S. President Donald Trump motions to the press as he walks to board Air Force One on October 16, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. 
U.S. President Donald Trump boards Air Force One on October 16, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters as he departs the White House on October 16, 2026 in Washington, DC.

WASHINGTON (TNND) —President Donald Trump on Monday said that New Mexico should be renamed New America.

“New Mexico should immediately change its name to New America,” he wrote on TRUTH Social. “We are not Mexico, we are the United States of America! The name would add great value and prestige to the State! Home Values and Incomes would rise, and you would be even prouder while saluting our beautiful American Flag!”