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HUD Adopts English-Only Policy to Cut Costs

8/17/2025

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HUD will adopt English as the only language for its services, per President Trump's executive order.
Non-English materials will be eliminated, with exceptions made solely for legal requirements.
The initiative aims to reduce costs for taxpayers and is effective immediately, with further adjustments anticipated.
Previously, HUD provided services in over 222 languages under earlier administrations.

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Story summary

HUD will adopt English as the only language for its services, per President Trump's executive order.
Non-English materials will be eliminated, with exceptions made solely for legal requirements.
The initiative aims to reduce costs for taxpayers and is effective immediately, with further adjustments anticipated.
Previously, HUD provided services in over 222 languages under earlier administrations.