Historic: Trump Designates English Official Language

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WASHINGTON, DC (ANI)  – President Donald Trump designated English as the official U.S. language in a March 1 executive order that repealed former President Bill Clinton’s executive action aiding individuals who are limited in their English proficiency.

The order makes it so federal agencies are no longer required to provide language assistance to non-English speakers.

The president said the goal of the order is to “promote unity, cultivate a shared American culture for all citizens, ensure consistency in government operations.”

“Speaking English not only opens doors economically, but it helps newcomers engage in their communities, participate in national traditions, and give back to our society,” Trump wrote in the order.

“This order recognizes and celebrates the long tradition of multilingual American citizens who have learned English and passed it to their children for generations to come,” he added.

Trump has directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to provide updated guidance, consistent with applicable law on permissible services.