Why Google is calling the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America for US users
Tuesday, 11 February 2025 () Google Maps has updated its naming conventions for US-based users, now displaying the body of water previously known as the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” The change follows an executive order signed by former US President Donald Trump, who sought to “honor American greatness” by renaming geographic features linked to American history. […]
In a historic and controversial move, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation aboard Air Force One, officially renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." The signing took place mid-flight as Air Force One crossed over the newly renamed waters. Trump also declared February 9 as "Gulf...
Google has renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America' on its Maps platform for US users after an executive order by President Donald Trump. The change... IndiaTimes Also reported by •NYTimes.com •BBC News •Japan Today •Sky News •FOXNews.com •Chicago S-T
Within moments of being inaugurated as US President earlier this year, Donald Trump vowed to rename the Gulf of Mexico. Sure enough, an executive order follows... betanews Also reported by •Sky News
Tuesday, 11 February 2025 ()
Google Maps has updated its naming conventions for US-based users, now displaying the body of water previously known as the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” The change follows an executive order signed by former US President Donald Trump, who sought to “honor American greatness” by renaming geographic features linked to American history. […]
