Trump-Ordered Rename Hits Google Maps: Lake America Now Official

Google Maps has updated its naming conventions for Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' for users in the United States. This change comes after US President Donald Trump issued an executive order renaming the lake, citing an escalating trade feud with Canada.

The decision affects the US Geographic Names Information System (GNIS), which sets standards for official US maps. Google explained that it updates its Maps to reflect name changes from official government sources, including GNIS. As a result, users in the US will see 'Lake America', while those in Canada and internationally will continue to see 'Lake Ontario'.

The move has sparked controversy, with some questioning the implications of renaming a natural landmark for political reasons.