In a recent development, the body of water previously known as the Gulf of Mexico in the United States has been officially renamed as the Gulf of America on Google Maps. This change comes as a result of an executive order issued by US President Donald Trump.
Google, in response to the executive order, has updated its mapping service to reflect the new name. Users accessing Google Maps in the US will now see the Gulf of America, while users in Mexico will continue to see the traditional name, Gulf of Mexico. For users outside these regions, both names will be displayed.
Notably, this is not the only geographical name change initiated by the Trump administration. Last month, Google announced its decision to rename Mount McKinley, the highest peak in the US, back to Denali. This change was also a result of an executive order by President Trump.
The executive action signed by Trump emphasized the importance of honoring American heritage and greatness. The order criticized the previous renaming of Mount McKinley to Denali by former President Barack Obama, citing it as disrespectful to President McKinley's legacy.
The US Federal Aviation Administration has confirmed that it is in the process of updating its data and charts to reflect the name changes. Additionally, the US Coast Guard, responsible for maritime security, has started incorporating the new name, Gulf of America, in its official communications.
These recent changes in geographical names highlight the ongoing efforts to uphold American history and values through official designations. The renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on Google Maps is a significant step in this direction.
