Google Maps users will notice a significant update as the Gulf of Mexico has been renamed to the "Gulf of America." This change is attributed to its inclusion in the United States' Geographic Names Information System, although many speculate it is an effort to appease President Trump following his executive order. The move has drawn criticism and widespread ridicule on social media. The implications of this rename are mixed, especially considering that other countries are not obligated to recognize this change.
Officially, Google states that the name change is consistent with its longstanding practices of adopting the names used in the Geographic Names Information System.
Many believe the name change is an attempt by Google to appease President Trump, following his executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico.
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