Trump Organization trademark raises suspicions that family could profit from Florida airport name change Florida lawmakers are scrutinizing trademark applications filed by the Trump Organization for the proposed renaming of Palm Beach International Airport after Donald Trump. While the Trump Organization states the family will receive no royalties or fees, the broad scope of the trademark and its potential for merchandise sales has raised concerns among some legislators. This move is considered unusual compared to how airports named after other presidents have been handled.

• A Florida House bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump has passed.
• Concerns have been raised by some lawmakers regarding trademark applications filed by the Trump Organization.
• These applications cover “DONALD J. TRUMP INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT,” “PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT,” and “DJT.”
• A Trump Organization spokesperson stated the family will not receive royalties or licensing fees, and the House bill specifies no cost for branding.
• The scope of the trademark includes a wide range of goods and services, potentially allowing for significant market control.
• Trademark attorney Josh Gerben noted that such trademark filings by honorees are unusual.
• Other reasons for trademarking, such as preventing infringement and setting quality standards, were also mentioned.