Mexican President Jokes About Renaming U.S. After Trump's Gulf Proposal

Claudia Sheinbaum sarcastically suggested calling the U.S. 'América Mexicana' in response to Donald Trump's plan to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the 'Gulf of America.'

President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the 'Gulf of America,' calling it a 'beautiful and appropriate' name.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum responded by suggesting the U.S. be renamed 'América Mexicana,' referencing a 17th-century map showing parts of the U.S. once under Mexican control.
Sheinbaum dismissed Trump's claim that Mexico is 'run by cartels,' asserting that 'the people rule' in Mexico.
The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between Trump and Sheinbaum over issues like tariffs, immigration policies, and drug enforcement strategies.
Trump has also hinted at potential military or economic actions to acquire Greenland and the Panama Canal, raising concerns among global leaders.