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Google Maps Renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America

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Summary

Google Maps renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America, following an executive order by President Donald Trump. This move comes after a similar renaming of Mount McKinley to Denali. The change is part of a broader effort to restore 'American pride' and align with the user's local government.

Key Points

The name change affects Google Maps users in the United States, while international users will see both names, and Mexican users will only see the Gulf of Mexico.
This is not the first renaming initiative by President Trump, as he also reversed an Obama-era decision to rename Mount McKinley to Denali.
Google's decision to change the name of the gulf is consistent with its existing policies around how to navigate naming differences between countries.

Why It Matters

The renaming of the Gulf of Mexico highlights a broader effort by President Trump to promote American pride and identity, which has implications for international relations, cultural heritage, and national identity.

Author

Amanda Silberling

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