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New Jersey School Board Considers Trump Name Controversy

3/7/2026

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A New Jersey elementary school may be renamed after U.S. President Donald Trump, proposed by Colts Neck Township School Board member Robert Scales.
Some residents oppose the idea, citing Trump's divisive reputation.
Colts Neck resident Matthew Jenkins criticized the proposal, saying school names should reflect integrity and community values.
Colts Neck Township School Board President Angelique Volpe noted that many schools are named after Barack Obama.

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A New Jersey elementary school may be renamed after U.S. President Donald Trump, proposed by Colts Neck Township School Board member Robert Scales.
Some residents oppose the idea, citing Trump's divisive reputation.
Colts Neck resident Matthew Jenkins criticized the proposal, saying school names should reflect integrity and community values.
Colts Neck Township School Board President Angelique Volpe noted that many schools are named after Barack Obama.