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Breaking: Trump Administration Releases $6 Billion in Withheld Education Funds

Breaking: Trump Administration Releases $6 Billion in Withheld Education Funds

Breaking: Trump Administration Releases $6 Billion in Withheld Education Funds The Trump administration announced Friday it is releasing approximately $6 billion in education funding that had been previously withheld, a move set to provide a crucial financial boost to states as the new school year approaches. The U.S. Department of Education confirmed the funds, which include critical programming for English language acquisition, teacher development, and adult education, will begin distribution the week of Monday, July 28, 2025. This decision comes…

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Trump-Era Education Grant Freeze: A Look Back at the $6 Billion Controversy

Trump-Era Education Grant Freeze: A Look Back at the $6 Billion Controversy

Trump-Era Education Grant Freeze: A Look Back at the $6 Billion Controversy In a significant move during his presidency, the Trump administration accused states and schools of misusing federal education grants, leading to the controversial withholding of over $6 billion. These funds, originally earmarked for vulnerable student populations including immigrant children and low-income students, were subjected to a review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to ensure alignment with then-President Donald Trump’s priorities. The administration alleged that some…

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