Trump's Bold Claim on Truth Social
On Sunday, former President Donald Trump made headlines by announcing on his Truth Social platform that a new highway in Morocco had been named in his honor. The expressway, which spans approximately 655 miles and connects the cities of Tiznit and Dakhla, is said to be a $1 billion project located within the Moroccan-occupied territory of Western Sahara. Trump shared a video clip with dramatic narration, suggesting that this new road represents not only a connection between two locations but also a significant turning point in history. The narrator praised both the visionary leadership of Morocco's King Mohammed VI and Trump's past decisions, asserting that this highway symbolizes the deep-rooted friendship and diplomatic ties that have existed between Morocco and the United States for over two centuries.
Silence from Moroccan Officials
Despite Trump's enthusiastic announcement, officials from Morocco have yet to confirm any such renaming of the highway, leading to speculation about the accuracy of the former president's statement. As of 2 p.m. ET on the same day, no verification was provided by Moroccan authorities, as various local media outlets reported on Trump's claim without citing additional sources. In his post, Trump expressed his excitement about potentially traveling the entire length of what he referred to as the 'Donald J. Trump Highway,' labeling it a 'great honor.' This claim follows a pattern for Trump, who has previously shown interest in having his name attached to various roads and projects, particularly during his second term in office. While some roads in the United States have been renamed after him, it appears that his influence does not extend to international projects like this one, at least not as of now.
As reported by huffpost.com.
