12-02-2025
Moon Pie pokes fun at President Donald Trump, declares new name for Florida on social media
Moon Pie pokes fun at President Donald Trump, declares new name for Florida on social media
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'Gulf of Mexico' is now 'Gulf of America' for US Google Maps users
Google Maps changed the 'Gulf of Mexico' name once it was officially updated in the U.S. Geographic Names System.
Heads up — have you heard the name Florida is now a thing of the past, along with the Gulf of Mexico (in the United States)?
In an attempt to poke some fun at the renaming of the Gulf of America by President Donald Trump, the official X account for Moon Pie announced they were making some geographical changes as well.
"Thanks to recent geographical updates, we are excited to announce that the land mass previously known as Florida will now be referred to as MoonPieTown," the tweet says, adding for those to enjoy their marshmallow sandwiches and not think too much about it.
Made by Chattanooga Bakery Inc. in Tennessee, the company has been known for its eccentric X account over the years. According to Buzzfeed, the account is notorious for its absurdist humor, sassy remarks and even little political jabs.
What is a 'Moon Pie'?
A classic moon pie consists of two round Graham crackers with marshmallow filling in the center, dipped in chocolate or another flavor coating. Think of it as a literal marshmallow sandwich.
The popular snack was invented by the bakery back in 1917 after a coal miner asked their traveling salesman for a snack as "big as the moon." Over the years, it has grown a dedicated following, seeing an annual festival for its combo with RC Cola and an eating competition.
'No longer a Florida man' X users react to Moon Pie's tweet about state
Since this is the internet, the replies to Moon Pie's tweet were mixed. While many users played into the joke, others shared their disappointment and a few even vowed to never have another Moon Pie in their lives.
Is the 'Gulf of Mexico' officially the 'Gulf of America' now?
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum announced that the name had officially been changed from the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on Feb. 9.
"It's official! Congratulations @POTUS on the Gulf of America! @Interior has implemented your instruction from the Executive Order on Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness. Another big win for President Trump's agenda to Make America Great Again," Burgum posted on X.
In the executive order signed Jan. 20, Trump said the interior secretary shall rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America within 30 days. The Department of Interior beat the Feb. 19 deadline by 10 days.
