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Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Guardian
The Trump administration agreed to restore $6.8 billion in education funds after a lawsuit by multiple states challenged its decision to freeze the funds, which affected programs for millions of students, especially in low-income communities, amid broader efforts to reshape US public education policies.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by PBS
The U.S. Education Department announced the release of over $6 billion in previously withheld grants for schools, including funds for adult literacy and after-school programs, after a review by the Office of Management and Budget. The funds had been frozen by the Trump administration citing concerns over program alignment with its priorities, but bipartisan support and legal challenges prompted their release, ensuring continued funding for critical educational services.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News
The Trump administration is releasing approximately $6 billion in previously frozen education funds, including programs for English language acquisition and teacher development, after reviews and legal pressure, with the funds expected to support schools as the new academic year begins.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Ten Republican senators are urging the Trump administration to release over $6 billion in federal education funds that were paused during a review, emphasizing the importance of local control and congressional approval, amid ongoing debates over education policy and administration efforts to dismantle the Education Department.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
The Trump administration has paused over $6 billion in federal education funding for various programs, citing ongoing reviews, which has sparked criticism from educators, lawmakers, and advocacy groups concerned about the impact on students and schools, especially in low-income and rural areas.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by VTDigger
The US Department of Education has withheld $26 million in federal funds from Vermont's public schools, affecting multiple programs including support for migrant children, English language learners, and mental health services, disrupting local school operations and creating uncertainty for the upcoming school year.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Colorado Sun
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.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
The Trump administration has withheld nearly $7 billion in federal education funds allocated by Congress, without providing a clear explanation, citing ongoing review and raising potential legal challenges and criticism from Democrats and teachers' unions.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CalMatters
California school districts are facing a shortfall of nearly $811 million in federal funds for various student programs due to the Trump administration's refusal to release approved funds, causing potential disruptions to summer and upcoming school year activities and prompting legal and political responses.