MapQuest resists “Lake America” order

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SoCal-based MapQuest said it will not change its map labeling to match President Donald Trump’s “Lake America” directive tied to his trade dispute with Canada. The company is keeping “Lake Ontario” on its platform despite the executive order.

WHO: MapQuest (SoCal-based mapping service); President Donald Trump

WHAT: MapQuest says it will not rename “Lake Ontario” to comply with Trump’s “Lake America” executive order.

WHEN: Reported Aug 30, 2026 at 4:20 PM ET

WHERE: California

WHY: The executive order stems from Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada.

How this story developed (showing 2 of 2 earlier reports)

MapQuest tops US app charts after refusing “Lake America” · Sep 3, 2026 at 2:12 AM ET
MapQuest tops US Apple navigation downloads after Lake Ontario · Sep 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET

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