Key facts
- Iran has laid additional naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The U.S. officially renamed the Strait of Hormuz to 'Trump Strait'.
- Iran has dismissed U.S. claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz.
- President Trump has a history of naming and renaming government programs and buildings after himself.
Iran has dismissed U.S. claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz and stated it has laid more naval mines, mocking the U.S. renaming effort. The White House officially posted a map on X renaming the Strait of Hormuz to 'Trump Strait'.
President Trump has a history of naming and renaming government programs and buildings after himself, often proceeding with changes despite criticism and lawsuits. His administration and allies have also added his name or face to their initiatives. A White House spokesman stated that while Trump is focused on saving the country, his accomplishments make it natural for others to recognize his work.
In December 2025, the Department of the Interior announced Trump would appear on the 2026 America the Beautiful pass, making him the first sitting president to be featured. This pass grants access to over 2,000 recreation sites. The Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit to block his image, alleging it violates federal law. A White House spokesperson called the lawsuit "frivolous."
Also in December 2025, the State Department added Trump's name to the United States Institute of Peace, renaming it the Donald J. Trump United States Institute of Peace. The State Department stated this reflects the President's commitment to peace. Secretary of State Marco Rubio publicly supported the decision, calling Trump the "President of Peace."
In December 2025, Trump announced a new "Trump-class" of ships as part of a plan to bolster American shipbuilding.