Overview

• President Trump signed an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America,' prompting controversy over its adoption by media outlets.
• The Associated Press declined to use the new name in its reporting, citing its global audience and commitment to neutrality through its stylebook guidelines.
• In response, the Trump administration barred AP reporters from covering certain White House events, raising concerns about press freedom and transparency.
• Former CNN anchor Jim Acosta, now an independent commentator, called for a press boycott of Trump's coverage to protest the administration's actions against the AP.
• Vice President JD Vance defended the White House's actions, arguing they do not constitute a threat to free speech, while criticism from journalists and media organizations continues to mount.