Donald Trump, known for his promise to "close the border," has taken a surprising turn. In his second Inaugural Address, he spoke passionately about reopening the frontier, calling its spirit "written into our hearts." Recently, he’s floated ideas like buying Greenland from Denmark, annexing Canada, and even renaming the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America." He emphasized the last syllable—*A-mer-i-CA*—as if to highlight the grandeur of his vision. This shift might seem unexpected for a leader who once championed isolationism. But experts suggest Trump is tapping into a deeper, more invigorating strain of patriotism: the idea of a United States that never stops growing. His base has embraced this with enthusiasm, spreading maps and battle plans on social media showing a U.S. stretching from the Arctic to Panama. Trump’s rhetoric echoes the beliefs of early U.S. leaders like James Madison and Thomas Jefferson, who argued that expansion would diffuse extremism and strengthen the nation. Historically, the U.S. has grown rapidly, acquiring land from Native Americans, Mexico, and overseas territories. Even in the 20th century, the idea of limitless expansion persisted, whether through economic growth, technological advancement, or global influence. Now, Trump is reviving this vision with a twist, blending conventional ideas with his signature flair for the dramatic. He’s even suggested pursuing "Manifest Destiny into the stars," with ambitions reaching as far as Mars. While these ideas might sound outlandish, they reflect a long-standing belief in America’s potential for greatness—and its appetite for more. Whether this expansionist push resonates beyond his core supporters remains to be seen, but it’s clear Trump is aiming to reignite a sense of boundless possibility.