GENERAL3 Sept 2026
Lake Ontario is now Lake America? Donald Trump calls renaming ‘complete, binding’ - Here's why
Apple Maps now shows Lake Ontario as Lake America for US users. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said President Trump made a direct call asking for the change. Trump called the renaming complete and binding. It affects anyone using Apple Maps in the US. In practice, expect the new name on US maps. Check your saved locations or logistics if you rely on map data.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Apple Maps has renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America for users in the US.
- Interior Secretary Doug Burgum confirmed President Trump directly called Apple to request the change.
- Trump described the renaming as 'complete, binding'.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your business uses Apple Maps for US deliveries or customer directions, double-check any reference to Lake Ontario to see whether it now appears as Lake America.
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