Designating English as the Official Language of the United States

Executive Order March 06, 2025 Document 2025-03694

Summary

On March 1, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order designating English as the official language of the United States. This order aims to promote national unity and streamline government operations by establishing a single official language, while also revoking a previous order that improved access to services for those with limited English proficiency. The action could face legal challenges and political debate over its impact on multilingual communities and its potential to limit access to government services for non-English speakers.