The Gulf of Mexico has been officially renamed the 'Gulf of America' following an executive order by former President Donald Trump, effective February 2025. This change has been adopted by U.S. government agencies and major mapping services, though it faces international rejection and debate.
Google Maps has updated the Gulf of Mexico's name to the Gulf of America, following an executive order by former President Donald Trump. This change, reflecting Google's adherence to official government names, has sparked discussions on the implications of renaming historically significant geographical features.
President Donald Trump has declared February 9, 2025, as the first-ever 'Gulf of America Day,' following an executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America. This move has sparked tensions with Mexico and is part of Trump's broader efforts to rebrand geographic landmarks.