President Donald Trump signed an executive order making English the official language of the United States. The order aims to promote unity and cultivate a shared American culture for all citizens.
Key Points
English has been the national language but never officially designated
Order aims to strengthen society and promote civic engagement
First lady Melania Trump speaks multiple languages
Pros
Promotes unity among citizens
Creates consistency in government operations
Aims to cultivate a shared American culture
Cons
Revokes previous executive order requiring language assistance for non-English speakers
May face criticism for potentially excluding non-English speakers