Dems help pave way for Donald J. Trump Avenue in Miami-Dade County after historic election victory
Miami-Dade County, Florida, a former Democratic stronghold, is set to honor President-elect Donald Trump by adding his name to a street after he flipped the county by double digits in his historic 2024 election victory.
The announcement came from District 6 Miami-Dade Commissioner Kevin M. Cabrera, who excitedly shared on social media, “President Donald J. Trump Avenue is official in Miami-Dade County!” This decision was made following a 9 to 1 vote by the Board of County Commissioners for the city of Hialeah to approve the street name.
Despite the fact that Democratic commissioners hold the majority of seats on the board, they did not block the approval of the street renaming. Only one member voted against it, citing concerns over President Trump’s derogatory comments on immigrants. Democratic commission member Marleine Bastien expressed her respect for Trump’s victory but highlighted the trauma that immigrants and citizens experienced during the election cycle.
The renaming of the street was supported by a bipartisan group of commissioners, with four Democrats joining five Republicans in the decision. The move to honor President Trump with a street name reflects the strong support he received from Miami-Dade County during the election.
Last year, the city council approved a proposal to rename a road for Trump after Hialeah Mayor Esteban “Steve” Bovo presented him with a street sign at a campaign rally. Bovo emphasized the Cuban American community’s gratitude towards Trump and the love that the city of Hialeah has for him.
President-elect Trump won Hialeah by a significant margin in the election, garnering about 75% of the vote. He also secured Miami-Dade County by over 13%, marking the first time a Republican has won the county since 1988. The renaming of the street is seen as a tribute to Trump’s commitment to putting America first and prioritizing the needs of the American people.
The city will be allowed to hang “President Donald J. Trump Avenue” signs on county infrastructure, including under Miami-Dade traffic lights along the city-maintained roadway. This decision serves as a lasting tribute to Trump’s leadership and vision for the nation, as expressed by Commissioner Cabrera.
Fox News Digital reached out to all Democratic members of the commission for comment but did not receive an immediate response.
In conclusion, the renaming of a street in Miami-Dade County to honor President-elect Donald Trump reflects the strong support he received from the community during the election. This decision highlights Trump’s leadership and vision for the country and serves as a lasting tribute to his legacy.
