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US education department plans to cut half its workforce
The mass layoffs will impact nearly 2,100 people who are set to be placed on leave from 21 March.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Education Department Fires 1,300 Workers, Gutting Its Staff
The layoffs mean that the department will now have a work force of about half the size it did when President Trump took office.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Why student-loan borrowers ‘are going to feel the brunt’ of the Education Department layoffs
The cuts come during what was already set to be a period of mass upheaval for the student-loan system.MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
Trump Firings Gut Education Department’s Civil Rights Division
Many of the office’s cases over the decades have served as a catalyst for broader policy change and social reforms.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Democratic-led states sue over dismantling of Education Department
The suit from 20 states and the District of Columbia comes two days after the federal agency fired more than 1,300 employees.CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Democratic Attorneys General Sue Over Gutting of Education Department
The Trump administration cut about half the agency’s work force, saying the move would enable it to deliver services more effectively. The attorneys general called the layoffs “reckless and illegal.”The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Gender and education emerge as massive fault lines in the electorate: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the ...NBC News - Mar. 18 -
Shutting the Education Department won’t change curriculums — but it could impact funding of programs
The battle over the agency centers around what’s taught in K-12 schools, but one of its main functions is sending out funds to schools and colleges.MarketWatch - 5d -
Why Trump’s Ultimatum to Columbia Could Upend Higher Education
A demand for the university’s administration to place the Middle Eastern studies department under receivership could signal a broader crackdown across the United States.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump signs executive order to dismantle US Department of Education
Order calls for teardown of department as Trump seemingly tries to circumvent need to obtain congressional approval. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump signed an executive order ...The Guardian - 5d -
U.S. Department of Education: What to Know After Trump’s Executive Order
President Trump signed an order calling for the agency to close, and has already gutted its staff and programs. Still, students may not see much change, at least at first.The New York Times - 5d -
Why Trump Can’t Immediately Shut Down the Education Department
Congress and federal law stand in the way of shutting down the agency, which manages federal loans for college, tracks student achievement and supports programs for students with disabilities.The New York Times - 4d -
‘It Sounds Strange, Doesn’t It?’ Trump Muses About Gutting the Education Dept.
President Trump signed the executive order in the East Room of the White House, which was packed with jittery children.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump’s order to dismantle education department sparks outrage: ‘See you in court’
Politicians and teachers unions condemn president’s effort to axe department, which can only be done by Congress. Teachers unions and Democratic politicians joined in denouncing Donald Trump ’s ...The Guardian - 4d -
Education Dept. should be made efficient, not dismantled: Union president
The Trump administration argues the current system has failed students, citing stagnant math and reading scores since the department’s creation.The Hill - 1d -
Trump Administration Is Sued Over Push to Dismantle Education Department
The lawsuit accuses the government of dismantling the department by executive fiat without the required approval of Congress.The New York Times - 1d -
Watch: Jamie Oliver calls for more support for dyslexic children
The TV chef and campaigner met with the education secretary to ask for government action.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Boys growing up without dads are in crisis, report says
Fatherlessness is impacting on boys' mental health, education and future prospects, a report finds.BBC News - Mar. 15 -
Trump’s Anti-DEI Effort Leads to Investigations at Dozens of Universities
The Department of Education announced investigations in a memo warning schools over DEI practices.Inc. - Mar. 16 -
Sussex university fined £585k in free speech row
The university is fined by the higher education regulator for failing to uphold freedom of speech.BBC News - 1h -
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 9, 2025
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," after a whiplash week of on-again, off-again tariff announcements, Canadian ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman joins to discuss the costs ...CBS News - Mar. 9 -
White House says pro-Hamas propaganda was handed out at rallies organized by detained Palestinian activist
The State Department and White House pointed to a provision that allows green card holders to be removed from the country if they present “potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences ...NBC News - Mar. 12 -
US relies on rare foreign policy provision to try to deport Mahmoud Khalil
Court document claims ‘potentially serious foreign policy consequences’ amid outcry over Palestinian activist’s arrest. The US government is relying on a rarely used provision of the law to try to ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Frankie Dettori reveals he is filing for bankruptcy in shock statement
Outstanding jockey of era ‘saddened and embarrassed’ Rider: ‘Consequences will affect me for many years’ Frankie Dettori, one of the most successful and popular racing figures of recent ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
Rocket-Redfin deal could make home buying more convenient — and more expensive
One of the biggest mortgage lenders in the U.S. said it would pay $1.75 billion to buy a well-known real-estate brokerage. The deal, once it goes through, could have major consequences for millions ...MarketWatch - Mar. 13 -
The Guardian view on Covid-19, five years on: lessons still to be learned | Editorial
Though many would rather forget the pandemic, we are living with its consequences. Are we any better prepared for the next one?. “When asked what was the biggest disaster of the twentieth century, ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
Frankfurt board member apologizes for fans delaying game for 50 mins
Eintracht Frankfurt fans forcing kick-off in Sunday's Bundesliga game at Bochum to be delayed by 50 minutes will have consequences, Frankfurt board member Philipp Reschke has said. The Eagles won ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
I was a lawyer for Ice. Mass deportations don’t make us safer | Veronica Cardenas
US immigration has become a machine of surveillance and fear. We’re already seeing the consequences. This month marks 22 years since the creation of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice).. ...The Guardian - Mar. 17 -
How to talk about mental health at work without fear of judgment
A study from the National Alliance on Mental Illness found that while most employees support discussing mental health at work, many fear judgment or career consequences. Barb Solish, NAMI's ...CBS News - Mar. 17 -
DOGE Cuts Reach Key Nuclear Scientists, Bomb Engineers and Safety Experts
Firings and buyouts hit the top-secret National Nuclear Security Administration amid a major effort to upgrade America’s nuclear arsenal. Critics say it shows the consequences of heedlessly cutting ...The New York Times - Mar. 17 -
The NBA players who have regressed most in 2024-25
With the state of modern NBA contracts, a player regressing unexpectedly from one year to another can have huge consequences for a team's single-season outlook. There are various examples of that ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
The risks of patients seeing test results before their doctors
A law designed to improve patient access to medical records has led to an unintended consequence—people receiving serious diagnoses before speaking with their doctors. CBS News chief medical ...CBS News - Mar. 18 -
Aguirre: Still paying for error vs. U.S. at 2002 WC
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre said he's still "paying consequences" for a tactical error in the 2002 World Cup that led to a stunning 2-0 loss to the United States in his first run with the national ...ESPN - 6d -
Trump’s new clashes with federal judges
A federal judge gave the Trump administration one more day to respond to questions about recent deportation flights to El Salvador with alleged gang members, but warned of “consequences” if he ...NBC News - 6d -
UK issues travel warning for US
The United Kingdom updated its advice for travel to the United States on Thursday, warning of harsh consequences for British passport holders who violate U.S. immigration laws. The notice comes ...The Hill - 5d -
Federal student loan site down Wednesday, a day after layoffs gutted Education Department
An hours-long outage on StudentAidABC News - Mar. 12 -
Molly McCann plans to show off 'more educated' version of herself at UFC Fight Night 255
LONDON – Molly McCann has shifted her mindset ahead of UFC Fight Night 255. McCann (14-7 MMA, 7-6 UFC) will look to rebound against newcomer Alexia Thainara (11-1 MMA, 0-0 UFC) on Saturday's main ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
'They're playing politics with my little boy': What Trump's education dept cuts mean for one mum
Mass firings at the Office for Civil rights made one mother fear her disabled son's case will vanishBBC News - 4d -
Sunday shows preview: Trump battles backlash over deportations, moves to gut Education Department
As he is ramping up deportations of migrants from the U.S., President Trump is battling the backlash from Democrats in Congress, activists on the ground and judges in the courtroom. U.S. District ...The Hill - 3d -
America Can’t Be Great if America Is Stupid
Trump’s attack on higher education and scientific research undermines some of our most competitive advantages.The New York Times - Mar. 13
