Donald Trump makes English the official language of the US

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order formally designating English as the official language of the United States. This move has attracted widespread attention and could have a significant impact on the operation and services of the federal government.

The order allows government agencies and organizations that receive federal funding to decide for themselves whether to continue providing documents and services in languages other than English. This means that these agencies can choose to no longer provide multilingual services, which may affect the rights and interests of non-English speakers.

This executive order repeals a directive from former President Bill Clinton that required the government and organizations receiving federal funding to provide language assistance to non-English speakers. The Trump administration believes that rescinding this directive will help streamline communication and promote national cohesion.

According to the order, "Establishing English as the official language will not only streamline communication but also strengthen common national values and create a more cohesive and efficient society." The order also states: "While welcoming new Americans, a policy of encouraging the learning and adoption of our national language will make America a common home and enable new citizens to achieve the American dream." The order also mentions: "Speaking English not only opens doors economically but also helps new immigrants integrate into communities, participate in national traditions, and give back to society."

It is reported that more than 30 states have already passed laws designating English as the official language. Members of Congress have also repeatedly introduced legislation aimed at establishing English as the official language of the United States for a long time, but these efforts have been unsuccessful. The Trump administration's move has undoubtedly sparked renewed discussions about language policy.

Previously, within hours of Trump's inauguration, the new administration removed the Spanish version of the White House official website, causing confusion and dissatisfaction among Hispanic advocacy groups and others. Although the White House stated at the time that it was committed to restoring the Spanish version of the website, it has not yet been restored. Trump also shut down the Spanish version of the website during his first term, which was only restored after President Joe Biden took office in 2021.