TEXAS (TXAN 24) -- In a shocking development, the White House has officially declared February 9th as ‘Gulf of America Day’. Google Maps controversially renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America in its latest update. The sudden declaration has sent shockwaves across the political and geographic landscape, sparking debates over the motivations behind the move and what it means for U.S.-Mexico relations.
An Unexpected Announcement
The proclamation, signed by the President, states that “The Gulf of America is a vital waterway that has played a crucial role in the history, economy, and security of the United States.” The announcement credits the region’s major ports, fisheries, and energy industries as key components of America’s growth and prosperity. However, the document makes no mention of Mexico, which shares the coastline of the Gulf and has long recognized it as a defining part of its national identity.
Backlash and International Reactions
The declaration has already ignited fierce backlash, particularly from Mexico, where officials have condemned the move as an “erasure of history” and a “blatant act of territorial rebranding.” Social media has exploded with debates, memes, and confusion, with many questioning whether the U.S. government coordinated with Google to push the name change.
Meanwhile, U.S. citizens are split on the issue. Some Gulf Coast residents welcome the change, seeing it as a patriotic nod to the region’s importance to America. Others argue that the renaming is unnecessary and could strain diplomatic ties with Mexico.
What’s Next?
As outrage grows, experts predict that Mexico may push for diplomatic talks or official responses from international organizations like the United Nations or the National Geographic Society. Whether this is a temporary publicity move or the start of a permanent shift in how the world refers to the Gulf remains to be seen.
For now, February 9th has officially been marked as Gulf of America Day, ensuring that the debate over this historic renaming won’t be dying down anytime soon.
What do you think about the change? Should the Gulf keep its original name, or is ‘Gulf of America’ here to stay?
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