
Trump’s Executive Order Declares English as Official Language, Sparking Fears of Discrimination and Threats to LEP Communities
President Donald Trump's executive order declaring English as the official U.S. language has sparked outrage, potentially ending interpreter services in federally funded institutions. Critics warn this move threatens the lives of 68 million LEP Americans, particularly in healthcare settings. The policy is seen as discriminatory, reinforcing nationalist sentiments and erasing linguistic diversity. Legal challenges are underway, with advocates urging protections for language access rights.