President Donald Trump will sign an executive order making English the official language of the United States, reversing a 2000 mandate requiring federal agencies to provide language assistance to non-English speakers.
For the first time in U.S. history, English will hold official status, though agencies may still decide whether to offer services in other languages. The White House says the move promotes national unity and empowers immigrants through a common language.
Since returning to office, Trump has signed 76 executive orders, including renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and restoring Mount McKinley’s name. He has long pushed for this policy, linking language to national security and cultural identity.
Supporters see it as a unifying step, while critics argue it could restrict access to services for non-English speakers.
