During his inauguration as president of the United States, Donald Trump stated that he would change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America." Florida became the first state in the country to officially adopt this designation, which has generated debate and criticism.
Many consider the use of "Gulf of America" as an affront and a lack of respect toward the history and culture of Mexico. The criticisms come from both Mexican citizens and political and academic figures who demand that Florida rectify its stance and apologize for changing the name of the gulf in an official document.
Through an Executive Order, authorities in Florida issued a climate alert related to a storm approaching the region. In that statement, instead of calling it the Gulf of Mexico, they referred to the body of water as "Gulf of America," which generated controversy and debate on social media and in the news.
The change in the name of the Gulf of Mexico has provoked a wave of reactions in the United States, where supporters of Donald Trump applaud the measure as a step toward a more nationalist stance. On the other hand, many Mexicans have expressed their rejection, arguing that the original name is a symbol of identity and national sovereignty, and that changing it is a lack of respect for the history and culture of Mexico.
