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Is New Mexico now 'New America?'
El Paso Times • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump posted and the White House reposted an image suggesting renaming New Mexico as "New America," continuing a trend of renaming geographic locations with "America" in their names.
- The image sparked backlash from New Mexico Democrats, including gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland and U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez, who emphasized preserving the state's name, history, and culture.
- The name "New Mexico" dates back to the 1500s, predating both the United States and Mexico's independence, highlighting the region's historical significance.
- The "New America" map originated from a parody account and was falsely claimed to be an executive order by Trump; similar images circulated on social media and were debunked by Snopes.
- Trump's approval ratings remain low at 36%, with critics suggesting the renaming posts serve as distractions from pressing national issues like inflation and foreign policy.
