Mexican president signals possible lawsuit against Google over Gulf of America name change
FOX NewsJAN 31
Mexico Threatens Legal Action Over Google's Gulf Renaming
Above: The image shows the Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America) on Google Maps on a phone, taken on Feb. 12, 2025. Image copyright: Jakub Porzycki/Contributor/NurPhoto via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
The unilateral renaming of the Gulf violates international maritime law and Mexican sovereignty, as no single country has the authority to rename shared waters. The historical name dating back to 1607 must be preserved, and Google's compliance with Trump's executive order sets a dangerous precedent for territorial integrity.
Narrative B
Google is following its established policy of reflecting official government designations in its mapping service while maintaining regional variations. The company's approach represents a balanced solution that respects both US government policy and international perspectives, while remaining consistent with its global mapping standards.