Trump Administration Ends Language Translation Services for DHS
The Trump administration has directed DHS to end language translation services for people calling for information about immigration or employment status. This is in line with the March 1 order making English the official language of the United States.
Key Points
- DHS ends language translation services for callers seeking information about immigration or employment status
- President Trump's March 1 order makes English the official language of the U.S.
- Advocates for illegal aliens express concerns over the cancellation
Cons
- Complicates lives of migrants who do not speak English
- Risk of being denied benefits or unfairly terminated from jobs