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The White House defends the name change, but Mexico and media outlets reject the unilateral decision.

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum speaks during a press conference in Mexico City, Mexico February 3, 2025. REUTERS/Raquel Cunha/File photo
In this photo illustration, an updated Google map shows the Gulf of America on February 10, 2025 in San Anselmo, California. Google has renamed the Gulf of Mexico to “Gulf of America” on Google Maps for United States users after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on his first day in office to change the name. Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum speaks during her daily press conference at the National Palace in Mexico City on February 3, 2025. Sheinbaum said February 3, the US has agreed to pause the start of tariffs on Mexican goods for one month, after talks with her counterpart Donald Trump.
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Overview

  • President Trump signed an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America,' effective for U.S. government use.
  • Google Maps, Apple Maps, and Bing Maps have updated their platforms to reflect the name change for U.S. users, with variations for international audiences.
  • Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has criticized the move, stating it violates international norms, and is considering legal action against Google for adopting the change.
  • Major news organizations, including the Associated Press and Reuters, continue to use 'Gulf of Mexico,' citing international recognition and historical precedent.
  • The White House has barred Associated Press reporters from events, escalating tensions over press freedom and the administration's demands for compliance on the name change.