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Trump releases a map of the U.S. that includes Canada, Greenland and Mexico

On September 7, 2026, former U.S. President Donald Trump published maps of the United States that include Canada, Greenland, Mexico, Iceland, and all Caribbean islands. This comes amid his ongoing rhetoric during his second presidential term suggesting he wants to take control of Canada and Greenland, though he has not previously mentioned Mexico in this context. Trump has already ordered the renaming of Lake Ontario, located on the border between the U.S. and Canada, to 'American Lake,' and last year proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to 'American Gulf.' On Sunday, he announced plans to rename the U.S. state of New Mexico to 'New America,' claiming it might restore some dignity to the state after Democrats consistently won elections there. In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump again shared maps showing New Mexico renamed to New America. He also posted humorous remarks about Democrats and released a list of all U.S. presidents categorized as 'excellent,' 'almost excellent,' 'average,' 'below average,' and 'total disaster.' Biden, Obama, and George W. Bush were placed in the lowest category, while Trump labeled himself as the best president of all time.

Donald Trump, president of the United States, has proposed renaming the state of New Mexico as "New America," according to a social media post shared on Truth Social. The post features a map of the state with the word "Mexico" crossed out and replaced with "America." This follows recent efforts by Trump to rename geographical features, including the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America" in January 2025 and Lake Ontario as "Lake America" during a trade dispute with Canada. The suggestion has drawn swift criticism from New Mexico's Democratic governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham, who stated on social media that the state's name is not open to discussion. She emphasized that the name "New Mexico" dates back long before the formation of the United States, highlighting its historical significance. "New Mexico’s name isn’t up for debate, it’s been ours since before the United States existed," she wrote. Grisham further accused Trump of attempting to divert public attention away from pressing issues such as rising fuel costs and ongoing military conflicts, particularly with Iran. "While the President tries to distract Americans from his disastrous war in Iran, gas prices keep soaring," she noted. She praised the state's progress under her leadership, including free childcare and healthcare access. Trump's proposal comes amid a pattern of renaming initiatives aimed at reinforcing his political influence. Earlier this week, he suggested changing the name of the Strait of Hormuz to "Trump Strait" during tensions with Iran, though he later clarified it was a joke. Similarly, his renaming of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario has sparked controversy, with neighboring countries rejecting the changes. Despite these objections, Trump maintains the authority to alter the names of certain geographical features within the United States. He does not have the legal power to rename states, as that process requires action by individual states. However, his actions continue to draw attention and criticism, with some observers noting that his proposals often originate from online jokes or satirical suggestions. The White House has not yet taken steps to formally rename New Mexico, and no official announcement has been made regarding the proposal. Meanwhile, local officials and residents remain divided on the issue, with many expressing concern over the implications of altering a historically significant name. As the debate continues, Trump's campaign of renaming continues, reflecting broader themes of political messaging and identity in American governance.

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Dnevnik logoDnevnikIndependent🔒ConservativeFactual 88Objective 789/7/2026
Trump's new idea: he wants to rename New Mexico "New America"

U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed renaming the U.S. state of New Mexico to 'New America,' according to a social media post. The suggestion comes after Trump previously renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the 'American Gulf' at the start of his second presidential term in January 2025. In a recent post on Truth Social, Trump shared a map where the word 'Mexico' was crossed out and replaced with 'America.' The idea has been rejected by Democratic Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico, who stated that the name dates back to a time before the United States existed. Trump does not have constitutional authority to rename states, which would require action by the individual state. This follows similar attempts by Trump to rename geographical features such as Lake Ontario to 'American Lake,' which Canada opposed. While the U.S. government can change names on domestic maps, these changes do not obligate other countries or international organizations.

Bias read (Conservative): The article highlights Trump's proposals to rename geographic locations, which align with his broader political agenda and rhetoric emphasizing American exceptionalism. The framing emphasizes Trump’s actions and intentions without providing balanced counterpoints or extensive criticism, suggesting a

Why factuality (88): This article provides detailed information about Trump's proposal, including the timeline (January 2025 when he renamed the Gulf of Mexico), the response from Governor Lujan Grisham, and the constitutional basis for rejecting the proposal. It includes quotes from both Trump and the governor, as well

Why objectivity (78): The article maintains a neutral tone but subtly frames Trump's actions as distractions from more pressing national concerns. This suggests a slight leaning towards criticizing Trump's behavior rather than presenting the issue purely as a policy discussion.

RTV Slovenija (MMC) logoRTV Slovenija (MMC)State / PublicConservativeFactual 85Objective 759/7/2026
Trump would change the name of the state of New Mexico to New America.

The article discusses former U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal to rename the state of New Mexico as 'New America,' following his previous attempts to change geographical names such as renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the 'American Gulf' and Lake Ontario to the 'American Lake.' The article notes that Trump has no constitutional authority to rename states, as such changes require individual states to initiate the process. Democratic Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico rejected the idea, stating it was outdated since the United States did not exist at the time those names were first used. The article also mentions Trump's history of making controversial name changes during his presidency, including the renaming of the Strait of Hormuz to 'Trump's Strait' as a joke, which was later retracted. These actions have been criticized by other nations like Canada, which rejected the renaming of Lake Ontario.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames Trump's name-changing proposals as part of his broader pattern of provocative rhetoric, emphasizing his tendency to make controversial statements that often lack substantive policy impact. While the article presents facts neutrally, it highlights Trump's behavior in a way that may

Why factuality (85): The article accurately reports that Trump proposed renaming New Mexico to 'New America,' citing his previous actions like renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Lake Ontario to the American Lake. It mentions Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's rejection of the proposal, noting her argu

Why objectivity (75): The tone is somewhat critical of Trump's proposal, suggesting it is an attempt to divert public attention from real issues. While not overtly biased, the framing implies that the renaming effort lacks substantive merit, which introduces a subtle editorial perspective.

Večer logoVečerIndependent🔒ConservativeFactual 85Objective 609/7/2026
Trump releases a map of the U.S. that includes Canada, Greenland and Mexico

On September 7, 2026, former U.S. President Donald Trump published maps of the United States that include Canada, Greenland, Mexico, Iceland, and all Caribbean islands. This comes amid his ongoing rhetoric during his second presidential term suggesting he wants to take control of Canada and Greenland, though he has not previously mentioned Mexico in this context. Trump has already ordered the renaming of Lake Ontario, located on the border between the U.S. and Canada, to 'American Lake,' and last year proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to 'American Gulf.' On Sunday, he announced plans to rename the U.S. state of New Mexico to 'New America,' claiming it might restore some dignity to the state after Democrats consistently won elections there. In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump again shared maps showing New Mexico renamed to New America. He also posted humorous remarks about Democrats and released a list of all U.S. presidents categorized as 'excellent,' 'almost excellent,' 'average,' 'below average,' and 'total disaster.' Biden, Obama, and George W. Bush were placed in the lowest category, while Trump labeled himself as the best president of all time.

Bias read (Conservative): The article highlights Trump's controversial claims and actions, including renaming geographical features and making disparaging remarks about Democratic politicians. The framing emphasizes Trump's assertive and nationalist rhetoric, which aligns with right-leaning perspectives. The tone supports a

Why factuality (85): The third article presents the same information as the others, detailing Trump's map and his historical attempts at renaming locations. It repeats the claim about his evaluation of presidents, which is consistent with prior reports. While it doesn't offer external validation, the information aligns

Why objectivity (60): This article maintains a similar tone of skepticism toward Trump's actions, using phrases like 'prevzeti Kanado' (take over Canada) and expressing disdain for Democratic victories. This suggests a partisan perspective rather than a neutral report.

24ur (POP TV) logo24ur (POP TV)IndependentConservativeFactual 85Objective 609/7/2026
Trump on the U.S. map has added Canada, Mexico and Greenland

On September 7, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump posted a modified map of the United States on his social media platform Truth Social, which includes Canada, Mexico, Greenland, Iceland, and all Caribbean islands. This map reflects Trump's ongoing rhetoric about expanding American territory. Trump has previously suggested taking over Canada and Greenland, and recently announced plans to rename Lake Ontario to 'American Lake,' the Gulf of Mexico to 'American Gulf,' and the state of New Mexico to 'New America.' He claimed this renaming could restore New Mexico's reputation after Democrats consistently won elections there. In addition, Trump posted multiple maps showing New Mexico renamed to 'New America' and shared humorous remarks about Democrats while listing all U.S. presidents categorized into rankings such as 'excellent,' 'almost excellent,' 'average,' 'below average,' and 'total disaster.' He placed himself at the top of the list, calling himself the best president ever, and included former presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, and George W. Bush in the lowest category.

Bias read (Conservative): The article presents Trump's actions and statements in a manner that aligns with his political agenda, emphasizing his territorial claims and ideological critiques of Democratic politicians. The framing highlights Trump's assertive policies and dismissive attitude toward his political opponents, as

Why factuality (85): The article accurately reports that Trump posted a modified map of the US including Canada, Mexico, Greenland, and Iceland on his platform Truth Social. It mentions his previous actions like renaming Lake Ontario as 'American Lake' and referencing potential name changes for parts of Mexico. These de

Why objectivity (60): The tone is somewhat biased, as it frames Trump's actions as provocative and controversial. The article uses emotionally charged language such as 'razburja' (disturbs) and includes derogatory remarks about Democrats, indicating a clear political leaning towards criticism of Trump's behavior.

Dnevnik logoDnevnikIndependent🔒ConservativeFactual 85Objective 609/7/2026
Trump is upsetting again with maps: he's added Canada, Greenland, Iceland and Mexico

Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has once again stirred controversy by publishing a modified map of the U.S. on his social media platform Truth Social. This map includes all of North America, incorporating neighboring countries such as Canada and Mexico, as well as Greenland, Iceland, and all Caribbean islands. Trump has previously hinted at wanting to take control of Canada and Greenland, and while he has not explicitly mentioned Mexico in this context before, he has continued to propose renaming geographical features along the U.S.-Canada border, including Lake Ontario to 'American Lake' and the Gulf of Mexico to 'American Gulf.' He also announced plans to rename the U.S. state of New Mexico to 'New America,' claiming it might restore some dignity to the state after repeated Democratic victories in local elections. In addition to these maps, Trump posted humorous jabs at Democrats and released a list of all U.S. presidents categorized into rankings ranging from 'excellent' to 'total disaster,' placing himself at the top as the best president of all time.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames Trump's actions and rhetoric in a manner that aligns with right-leaning perspectives, emphasizing his controversial proposals and self-praise while downplaying potential criticisms or opposition. The tone supports his claims and positions him favorably, which indicates a rightward

Why factuality (85): This article mirrors the first in content, reporting the same facts about Trump's map and his past actions regarding renaming geographical features. It also references his categorization of presidents, which is consistent with known information. However, it lacks independent verification of the map'

Why objectivity (60): Similar to the first article, this piece has a biased tone, using terms like 'znova razburja' (again disturbs) and presenting Trump's actions in a negative light. It also includes commentary on Democrats, suggesting an editorial stance rather than purely factual reporting.

Žurnal24 logoŽurnal24IndependentConservativeFactual 83Objective 729/7/2026
Now Trump wants to rename the entire state.

The article discusses Donald Trump's proposal to rename the U.S. state of New Mexico to 'New America,' which has been rejected by Democratic Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. She emphasized that the name 'New Mexico' has a long history dating back before the United States was formed. Trump has previously renamed geographical features like the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario, suggesting he might attempt to rename oceans such as the Atlantic or Pacific. Critics argue these actions aim to divert attention from issues like the Iran conflict and rising fuel costs. The governor highlighted ongoing efforts in New Mexico related to healthcare and child welfare.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames Trump's renaming proposals as controversial and politically motivated, emphasizing his tendency to make symbolic changes that align with his populist rhetoric. The focus on his attempts to shift attention away from domestic issues suggests a right-leaning perspective, highlighting

Why factuality (83): The article confirms Trump's proposal to rename New Mexico, cites the governor's rejection, and explains the historical context of the state's name. It also notes Trump's prior renaming efforts and the constitutional limitations on federal power regarding state names. The content is largely consiste

Why objectivity (72): The article uses emotionally charged language, particularly in quoting the governor's response, which emphasizes frustration with Trump's actions. This adds a subjective tone, making the piece slightly less objective despite reporting the facts accurately.

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