Trump Renames Gulf of Mexico as 'Gulf of America,' Mexico Pushes Back

Chevron adopts the new name in its earnings report while Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum challenges the legality of the change.

President Donald Trump issued an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America' as part of a broader initiative to emphasize American nationalism.
Chevron became the first major company to adopt the new name, using 'Gulf of America' in its latest earnings report, while other corporations like ExxonMobil and Shell continue to use the traditional name.
Google announced it will update Google Maps to reflect the name change in the U.S. once official government sources update their records, though the Gulf will retain its original name internationally.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum formally opposed the renaming, citing international maritime law that limits U.S. jurisdiction to 12 nautical miles from its coastline.
Sheinbaum humorously suggested renaming North America as 'América Mexicana' while emphasizing that the Gulf remains the 'Gulf of Mexico' for Mexico and the global community.