Tag: Donald Trump
The Global State of Language Access: Where are we now?
The author argues that providing language access more evenly throughout the world depends on recognizing it as a civil right, co-designing solutions with communities most affected by language barriers, and providing stable funding and business models for language access work.
United States Justice Department Issues Guidance on English-Only Language Policy
The US Department of Justice has issued new guidance implementing an English-only federal policy, rescinding previous language access rules and directing agencies to prioritize English under Executive Order 14224.
The Reverse Midas Touch
In the United States, global business is precarious due to the Trump Administration’s fluctuating tariffs and unpopular foreign policies. Two leaders in the American language sector weigh in on the impacts of tariff uncertainty, emerging budget constraints, and targeted consumer action.
US Multilingual Emergency Alerts on Hold Amid Regulatory Delay
The FCC approved multilingual emergency alerts in early 2025, but implementation is on hold due to a regulatory delay, pending official publication.
Make English Great Again? Trump’s Foreign Film Tariff Raises Concerns in the Language Industry
Trump’s 100% film tariff risks isolating English, hindering multilingual storytelling and constraining America’s cultural exchange.
Bracing for Impact
On March 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order declaring English the official language of the United States. The author reflects the degree to which the executive order will reshape language access in the United States and how these changes might affect language service providers.
Trump to Sign Executive Order Declaring English the Official Language of the United States
In a historic first, President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order establishing English as the official language of the United States,...