In his first month as President, Donald Trump has enacted a series of controversial executive orders that have raised concerns across various sectors. These actions include the suspension of critical federal funding and the controversial appointment of a tech leader to oversee federal employees. Notably, his policy measures have targeted LGBTQ communities, diverse equity and inclusion initiatives, and federal agencies responsible for humanitarian assistance and national health. Among these unsettling developments, Trump has also taken an unusual step to change the name of a significant geographical feature: what has traditionally been known as the Gulf of Mexico is now being referred to as the “Gulf of America.”
The response from tech companies has been largely muted concerning this name change. Following the announcement, mapping services quickly updated their platforms to reflect the new terminology. In contrast, a new extension for Chrome users, named “FixTheGulf,” has emerged as a tool for those wishing to contest this alteration.
Developed by an independent creator and released on February 15, this extension allows users to revert the name back to the Gulf of Mexico with a single click. This represents a straightforward yet powerful way for individuals to utilize digital resources to push back against the current administration’s agenda.
The extension’s download page describes the current political climate, stating, “There are many unsettling executive orders being issued right now. This may not be the most critical issue, but it could be the easiest to challenge.” More information is available for those interested in how the extension operates and how other developers might create similar tools.
