Mexico says it’s awaiting a new response from Google to its request that the tech company fully restore the name Gulf of Mexico to its Google Maps service before filing a lawsuit.

Summary

Mexico is waiting for a new response from Google regarding its mapping service’s use of “Gulf of America” in the U.S., while displaying “Gulf of Mexico” in Mexico.

President Claudia Sheinbaum warned that Google will face a lawsuit if it doesn’t restore the original name, arguing it violates Mexico’s sovereignty over 49% of the Gulf. The U.N. also recognizes the historic name.

Google defended its policy, saying it followed longstanding mapping practices after Trump’s renaming declaration amidst rising tensions between Mexico and the U.S.

The issue has also sparked press freedom concerns in the U.S.

    • nocturneEnglish
      -4•3 days ago

      You could have just as easily illustrated your point without stooping to using a slur.