Google changed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on Maps

Posted under: Web technologies
Date: 2025-02-11
Google Maps Updates Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America

Google Maps has renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America for U.S. users, following an executive order by President Trump to restore "American pride." The update aligns with the U.S. Geographic Names Information System. International users see both names, while Mexican users retain Gulf of Mexico. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum plans to challenge Google’s decision.

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