Staff Reports
In an era where the left has seemingly waged war on tradition, Google has decided to throw its digital weight behind President Donald Trump’s restoration of Mount McKinley’s name. As it stands, the tech giant appears to be vibing with the notion that it’s perfectly fine to honor American greatness by referring to our highest peak by its original name, Mount McKinley. However, not everyone is basking in this name change, as certain lawmakers and local officials seem determined to dig their heels into the snow-covered ground of “Denali.”
The name change saga can be traced back to Trump’s early days in office, when he made it a priority to reestablish nomenclature that reflects the history and contributions of great American figures. This particular initiative centers around President William McKinley, the hero of the Spanish-American War and a beacon of economic growth during his time in office. The fact that McKinley’s legacy was sidelined during the Obama administration has prompted Trump to act, as he believes renaming the mountain after McKinley is a way to honor his sacrifices and achievements.
🇺🇸 Mt Denali is changed back to Mt McKinley Google & Apple maps after Trump Executive Order. pic.twitter.com/efT3eSBgoL
— Tank Sturnoss (@tank_sturnoss) February 17, 2025
The executive order issued by Trump is no small matter. It boldly highlights McKinley’s significant role in American history, his commitment to tariffs that boosted national manufacturing, and his tragic assassination—an attack on the very values that America stands for. By restoring the name of North America’s highest peak to Mount McKinley, Trump isn’t just changing a name; he’s making a political statement that echoes the need to celebrate America’s legacy, rather than erase it.
As is often the case in politics, the name change has attracted a fair bit of backlash. While some, like the behemoth known as Google, seem content to embrace Trump’s directive, a faction of Alaska lawmakers is singing a different tune. Despite the fact that the measure enjoys support from a significant portion of the Republican base, certain representatives are attempting to push back against the president’s decision, as if they believe they know better than a sitting president when it comes to honoring American history.
Senator Lisa Murkowski is once again leading the charge for the name “Denali,” as if resurrecting a name designed to appease cultural sensitivities is somehow a noble endeavor. It remains to be seen how much traction this effort will gain in Congress, but it’s probable that Republicans will predominantly rally around Trump on this issue. Given that Republicans currently hold control over Congress, it’s hard to imagine a successful revolt against a name change meant to celebrate a historical figure who fought to elevate America’s standing on the world stage.
In a landscape littered with calls for cultural revisionism, President Trump’s push to honor McKinley and restore the mountain’s name serves as a refreshing reminder that not all attempts to redefine America’s identity are met with universal approval. Despite the objections from certain lawmakers, it appears that the groundswell of grassroots support for Trump’s decision showcases a desire to honor true American legacy over politically correct alternatives. In this battle over nomenclature, it seems that not only the name of a mountain is at stake, but perhaps the very soul of a nation that still values its history.
