In a recent phone interview with Fox News, US President Donald Trump disclosed that he had contemplated renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of Trump' but ultimately decided against it. This consideration arose during discussions about his broader initiative to rename the water body, which he officially designated as the 'Gulf of America' through Executive Order 14172 on January 20, 2025, the day of his inauguration. This order is part of Trump's 'Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness' initiative and directs federal agencies to adopt the new name. The Gulf of America encompasses the US Continental Shelf area bordered by Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, extending to the boundaries with Mexico and Cuba. The renaming has sparked international criticism, particularly from Mexico, where President Claudia Sheinbaum highlighted the historical significance of the Gulf of Mexico name, which has been recognized globally for centuries. In addition, February 9 has been proclaimed as 'Gulf of America Day' following a presidential proclamation during Trump's flight over the region.