House Dems Move to Block Trump's Attempted Renaming of Lake Ontario House Democrats have introduced legislation aimed at blocking President Trump's proposal to rename Lake Ontario, the latest development in an ongoing feud between the administration and Congressional Democrats.
The proposed renaming, which would see the lake dubbed "Melania," has sparked outrage among Democrats, environmentalists, and indigenous groups. The debate over the lake's name dates back to 1972, when the U. S.
Board on Geographic Names officially recognized "Lake Ontario" as its preferred name. However, some have argued that this decision disregarded Native American traditions and cultural significance.