Renaming of Washington Dulles International Airport
Republican Rep. Guy Reschenthaler introduced a bill to rename Washington Dulles International Airport to “Donald J. Trump International Airport.” The airport is currently named after John Foster Dulles, a former Secretary of State during the Eisenhower administration. The renaming is part of a political move by the Republicans.
Key Points
- Renaming proposal by Republican Rep. Guy Reschenthaler
- Unlikely to pass with current House majority
- Potential success if Republicans win presidency, Senate, and retain House
Pros
- Honoring former President Donald J. Trump
Cons
- Erasing the historical significance of John Foster Dulles