President Donald Trump has fulfilled his campaign promise to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America', issuing an executive order that was implemented by the U.S. Department of the Interior. Trump argues the new name is 'appropriate' and reflects 'American greatness', citing concerns about Mexican immigration and trade. This move has sparked mixed reactions, with some praising it as patriotic while others criticize it as ludicrous. The change has also ignited a debate about geographical naming conventions and the recognition of indigenous names.
President Donald Trump drew a mixed frenzy of eyebrow raises and excitement when he made a bold promise to rename the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America” in early January. He doubled-down on the promise during his inauguration speech this week, and now, it’s become official. The U.
S Board on Geographic Names, the board’s website said there must be a compelling reason to change the name, and states don’t have to follow federal government name changes either, USA Today reported. Even Texas Governor Greg Abbott suggested renaming the Gulf of Mexico the 'Gulf of Texas' after Trump first ignited the geographical battle of egos in early January.
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