Trump Renames Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' Amid Trade Tensions

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order officially renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' within U.S. borders, escalating diplomatic friction with Canada.

The move comes as part of a broader trade war, with the U.S. imposing 50% retaliatory tariffs on Canadian goods following disputes over cross-border commerce.

Canadian officials have formally protested the decision, labeling it a provocative act that ignores historical geography and further destabilizes bilateral relations.