Trump Proclaims February 9 as 'Gulf of America Day' Following Gulf of Mexico Renaming
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Synopsis
President Donald Trump has officially established February 9 as 'Gulf of America Day,' coinciding with the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico. This proclamation reflects the Gulf's significance to the nation and aligns with Executive Order 14172, aimed at changing geographical designations within the US Continental Shelf area.
Key Takeaways
- February 9 is now 'Gulf of America Day.'
- Renaming is a result of Executive Order 14172.
- Public is encouraged to celebrate the day nationwide.
- Google Maps will reflect the name change.
- Trump emphasizes the Gulf's historical importance to the US.
Washington, Feb 10 (NationPress) The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has formally proclaimed February 9 as "Gulf of America Day," signifying the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico.
This announcement was made on a Sunday while Trump was traveling to New Orleans for Super Bowl 59, with Air Force One flying over the newly named region.
The renaming is a result of Executive Order 14172, which was signed on January 20, 2025, directing changes to the US Continental Shelf area. According to the order, the Secretary of the Interior was directed to start the renaming process for the body of water bordered by Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, extending to the maritime boundary shared with Mexico and Cuba.
In a statement released by the White House, President Trump explained his rationale, emphasizing the Gulf's importance to the United States.
"I took this action in part because, as stated in that Order, the area formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico has long been an integral asset to our once burgeoning Nation and has remained an indelible part of America," Trump remarked.
Trump emphasized the significance of the renaming while officially declaring February 9, 2025, as the first Gulf of America Day.
"As my Administration restores American pride in the history of American greatness, it is fitting and appropriate for our great Nation to come together and commemorate this momentous occasion and the renaming of the Gulf of America," the White House statement noted.
The proclamation encourages public officials and citizens nationwide to recognize the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
Sharing a map that illustrates the newly named Gulf, the White House posted on X, "The Gulf of America."
Trump also shared a video of himself signing the proclamation, echoing his campaign slogan: "Make America great again, right. That's what we care about."
Google Maps has confirmed that the name change will be reflected in the US Geographic Names System.
According to a post on X dated January 27, the name will be changed to "Gulf of America" for users in the United States, while it will remain "Gulf of Mexico" within Mexico. For users outside of these two countries, both names will be displayed.
Sunday marked Trump's first visit to the Gulf since the renaming, reinforcing his administration's efforts to highlight American historical and geographic significance.
