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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America | Lafayette Louisiana News
President Trump just signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to “Lake America” within U.S. borders — a bold move amid escalating trade war tensions with Canada. The order, set to take effect in 30 days, follows the U.S. slapping 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods, which Canada has now retaliated against with matching tariffs on American steel and dairy. The President even floated the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state, while Canadian officials called the renaming “foolishness,” pointing to the lake’s Indigenous roots and historical identity. New York Governor Kathy…
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