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Wed, January 22, 2025

Trump administration shuts the White House's Spanish-language website and social media


Published on 2025-01-22 07:20:54 - MSN
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  • White House principal deputy press secretary Harrison Fields said that the administration is "committed to bringing back online the Spanish translation section of the website."

The Trump administration has discontinued the Spanish-language version of the White House website and its associated social media accounts, including Twitter and Instagram, as part of a broader effort to streamline government communications. This move has drawn criticism from Latino advocacy groups and Democrats who argue that it limits access to crucial information for Spanish-speaking communities in the U.S. The decision was made to focus on a single, unified message from the White House, according to administration officials. However, this has raised concerns about inclusivity and the potential disenfranchisement of a significant portion of the population, especially during critical times when information about health, safety, and policy changes is vital.

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