Google renames Gulf of Mexico to ‘Gulf of America’ for US users
Tuesday, 11 February 2025 () 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 has drawn criticism from indigenous activists and sparked diplomatic tensions with Mexico, whose president sarcastically suggested renaming the U.S. 'Mexican America'.
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...
Mexico has refused to allow a US military transport plane carrying deportees to land on its territory, according to reports from NBC News and Reuters. The denial comes amid President Donald Trump's..
Google on Monday changed the name of the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America" for those using its Maps platform inside the United States, complying with an… Japan Today