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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America | Tucson News
President Trump just signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to “Lake America” — a bold move amid escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions. While the U.S. imposes steep tariffs on Canadian goods, Canada fires back with its own retaliatory duties. Canadian leaders scoff at the name change, pointing to the lake’s Indigenous heritage and historical roots predating both nations. Though the order takes effect immediately, official updates will roll out in 30 days — and it’s not the first time the president has proposed renaming major waterways. He insists the renaming isn’t political theater…
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