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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to “Lake America” by Executive Order

9/3/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America.
The order heightened Trump’s trade dispute with Canada, according to the article.
Right-wing activist Brigitte Gabriel praised the renaming on FlashPoint on Thursday evening, calling it patriotic leadership.
Critics described the renaming as ‘utterly ridiculous,’ reflecting polarized reactions.

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U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America.
The order heightened Trump’s trade dispute with Canada, according to the article.
Right-wing activist Brigitte Gabriel praised the renaming on FlashPoint on Thursday evening, calling it patriotic leadership.
Critics described the renaming as ‘utterly ridiculous,’ reflecting polarized reactions.