
On March 1, 2025, President Donald Trump declared that English would become the official language of the United States. He explained that this move aimed to foster unity in a diverse nation. The White House issued an executive order emphasizing that it was “long past time” to establish English as the official language of the country.
Key Changes in the Executive Order
The executive order introduces several changes:
- Previous Language Assistance Programs Ended: Previously, during President Bill Clinton’s administration, there was a rule that mandated federal agencies and organizations receiving government funding to offer services in various languages. This rule has since been eliminated.
- Agencies Can Choose Language Services: Government offices and federally funded organizations whether they want to provide documents and services in languages other than English.
Why was This Order Passed?
The executive order explains that having a common language will:
- Make communication easier across the country.
- Strengthen national unity and shared values.
- Encourage immigrants to learn English, helping them integrate better and achieve success in the U.S.