House to Vote Thursday on Marjorie Taylor Greene's Bill to Rename Gulf of Mexico as Gulf of America, Codifying Trump's Order

The Republican-led House of Representatives is set to vote on a bill introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, codifying an executive order signed by President Donald Trump. The vote is scheduled for Thursday, and the bill aims to make the name change permanent, preventing future administrations from reversing it. House Speaker Mike Johnson has endorsed the bill, emphasizing its role in codifying Trump's executive orders into law. The legislation, if passed, would require all federal agencies to update their documents and maps to reflect the new name within 180 days. The U.S. Board on Geographic Names would ensure that any reference to the Gulf of Mexico in U.S. records is deemed a reference to the Gulf of America. The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers, with some Republicans, including Rep. Don Bacon, expressing opposition, calling the effort 'juvenile.' Rep. Lisa McClain has supported the bill, stating it's only right to name the Gulf appropriately given the American taxpayers' role in its protection and economy. Democrats have criticized the bill as a waste of time and resources, with Rep. Jared Golden among those opposing it, arguing that it's the same body of water with the same resources. They argue that Congress should focus on more pressing issues affecting American families. The bill's passage in the House could be at risk if more Republicans defect, and it faces an uncertain future in the Senate due to the need for bipartisan support to overcome a filibuster.