Miami-Dade Renames Street in Trump's Honor

Miami-Dade County commissioners approved the renaming of a four-mile stretch of Palm Avenue in Hialeah to 'President Donald J. Trump Avenue' in a 9 to 1 vote, reflecting the county's support for Trump in the recent election. This marks a significant political shift as Miami-Dade, traditionally a Democratic stronghold, went for Trump by over 13% in the 2024 election, a first for a Republican since 1988. The renaming initiative was originally proposed by Hialeah Mayor Esteban 'Steve' Bovo and supported by Commissioner Kevin Marino Cabrera, who cited Trump's legacy of championing freedom and opportunity. Notably, four Democratic commissioners joined Republicans in voting for the change, despite some opposition citing Trump's controversial remarks on immigrants. The move signifies Trump's strong appeal among Hispanic voters, especially in Hialeah, which has a significant Cuban-American population. Commissioner Marleine Bastien was the sole dissenting vote, highlighting lingering tensions over Trump's divisive rhetoric.