Ontario Premier Doug Ford commented on President Trump's executive order renaming Lake Ontario to "Lake America," stating that the decision resembled something from a comedy sketch show. Ford has previously exchanged criticisms with Trump. On Saturday, Google Maps updated the name to "Lake America" for users in the United States. This development occurs amid ongoing discussions regarding U.S.-Venezuela oil relations.
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Doug Ford Comments on Trump's Lake Ontario Renaming
Ontario Premier Doug Ford responded to President Trump's executive order renaming Lake Ontario to "Lake America," likening it to a comedy sketch. This change was reflected on Google Maps for U.S. users. The comments come in the context of ongoing discussions about U.S.-Venezuela oil relations.
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