Can Trump Trademark an Airport? Misty Marris Breaks Down the Legal Questions
February 19, 2026
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as posted by the channelNBC News Legal Analyst Misty Marris joined NBC News Now to discuss the Trump Organization’s effort to trademark “Donald J. Trump International Airport” and related branding tied to a proposed Florida bill that would rename Palm Beach’s airport after the former president.
Misty explains why trademarks are typically used to protect names from unauthorized use — and how this situation differs from other airports named after political figures like Ronald Reagan. She also outlines the legal distinction between public infrastructure and private trademark ownership, the potential for licensing and monetization, and whether legal challenges could arise during the approval process.
The filings raise broader questions about intellectual property, public naming rights, and the intersection of government and private business interests.
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