On February 9, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation declaring the day as “Gulf of America Day.” This follows his January 20 executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America,” aiming to honor American heritage.
The proclamation was signed aboard Air Force One en route to Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, marking the first time a sitting president attended the Super Bowl.
In response to the executive order, Google Maps updated its U.S. platform to reflect the new name, while other international platforms have yet to implement the change.
The renaming has sparked discussions on national identity and international relations, with some questioning the implications of altering established geographical names.
