President-elect Donald Trump has once again pledged to rename North America’s tallest mountain from Denali back to Mount McKinley, a decision that has reignited a controversial debate. Former President Obama officially changed the name to Denali in 2015 to honor the preferences of Alaska Natives. Trump's remarks at a rally prompted swift pushback from Alaskan lawmakers, notably Senator Lisa Murkowski, advocating for the original name Denali. This issue taps into broader themes of historical legacy and identity linked to the mountain's dual nomenclature and its cultural significance to native communities.