Google is set to comply with an executive order from President Donald Trump renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, a change that will be reflected on Google Maps. The company explained that it follows a longstanding practice of updating geographical names based on official government sources. This change accompanies another renaming of Mount Denali back to Mount McKinley, driven by a narrative emphasizing American heritage and honoring past leaders. Both name changes are part of an effort to promote a patriotic recounting of U.S. history.
Trump's executive order prioritizes the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, reflecting his administration's commitment to promoting American heritage.
Google's adherence to the name changes stems from its policy of updating geographic names based on official government sources.
The order specifically addresses the name of Mount McKinley, reestablishing it after Obama's 2015 renaming, emphasizing a patriotic narrative about American history.
Trump's directive emphasizes a narrative that identifiers like the Gulf of America honor 'American greatness' and the legacy of past leaders.
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