In a controversial move, Apple has renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on its maps, following an official order from President Trump, as confirmed by the US Geographic Names Information System.

President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, has expressed strong opposition to this name change, emphasizing the importance of respecting the historical name for the non-U.S. parts of the Gulf and threatening legal action against Google if they persist with the change.

Reports indicate that Google has 'tacitly admitted' to removing critical reviews related to the Gulf's renaming, although the company has not officially confirmed this to the media.

Sheinbaum pointed out that while Google is a private company, it has become a global standard for mapping, urging the company to reconsider the implications of the White House decree.

Despite objections from Sheinbaum and others, Google has maintained its position on the name change, leading her administration to consider further legal action.

The Trump administration has publicly celebrated the name change, which has created tensions with independent media outlets like the Associated Press, who were barred from an executive order signing due to their refusal to adopt the new name.

Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, has historical ties to Trump, having donated $1 million to his inauguration fund, which may influence Apple's compliance with the name change.

Apple has updated its maps to reflect the new name in the U.S. and plans to adjust international maps soon, although the specifics of these changes remain unclear.

The name change poses logistical challenges for businesses along Florida's coastline, necessitating updates to marketing materials and merchandise.

Google has stated that the name change aligns with its longstanding practices, while Microsoft has emphasized its commitment to providing accurate information.

White House sources have expressed skepticism about Tim Cook's willingness to cooperate with the current administration, viewing Apple's stance as contemptuous.

This name change is part of a broader initiative by Trump, which also includes restoring the name of Denali to Mount McKinley, a decision that has faced opposition from Alaskan lawmakers.