The Trump Organization has lodged applications with the U.S. federal trademark office seeking exclusive rights to use President Trump's name in connection with airports and related merchandise, including transportation, apparel, and accessories. This move comes as Florida legislators consider naming the Palm Beach airport after Trump, amid broader discussions regarding other airports, including Dulles International, potentially bearing the Trump name.

The organization's filings seem to be a proactive measure, aiming to protect the Trump brand from unauthorized use, which they claim is the "most infringed trademark in the world." The Trump family has asserted that they do not intend to monetize the trademark, emphasizing that the application aims to guard against misuse by third parties and ``bad actors.`` This assertion positions them within the ongoing conversations in Florida about the state's intention to honor Trump through name changes at public airports.

This development could have significant implications, not just for the Trump family and their brand, but also in the realm of public perceptions regarding the use of a political figure’s name in public infrastructure. It raises questions around the appropriateness of using a former president’s name for commercial and private gain, even without direct charges, and how such actions might influence local and national discussions surrounding public landmarks.