Alaska Legislature Urges Trump to Retain Denali Name

The Alaska Legislature passed a resolution urging President Trump to keep the name Denali for North America's tallest peak, opposing his order to revert to Mount McKinley.

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Alaska Legislature asks Trump to retain Denali's name instead of change it to Mount McKinley

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Alaska Legislature asks Trump to retain Denali’s name instead of change it to Mount McKinley

Boston Herald

Alaska Legislature Asks Trump to Retain Denali's Name Instead of Reverting to Mt. McKinley

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The Alaska Legislature has passed a resolution with a unanimous vote urging President Trump to maintain the name Denali for North America’s tallest peak. Trump's executive order aims to restore the name to Mount McKinley, named after President McKinley, who never visited Alaska. This change has sparked controversy as the name Denali, meaning 'the high one,' reflects the heritage of Alaska Natives, and was recognized officially by the U.S. government in 2015. State leaders and Alaskans express strong support for retaining the name Denali, amidst ongoing implementation of Trump’s order.

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