Trump Admin Withholds Over $6 Billion in Education Funding, Causing Uncertainty for Schools
The future of nearly $7 billion in federal funding for Colorado schools is uncertain as the U.S. Department of Education has frozen the grants, causing concern among district leaders about potential program and staff cuts, especially for vulnerable students. The delay impacts programs supporting English learners, student health, and other critical services, with districts needing to plan contingencies amid the ongoing review and lack of clear timelines.