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As Trump considers ways to dismantle the Education Dept., here's what to know about your student loans
The Trump administration is looking to shut down the Education Department. Here's what it could mean for the 42 million Americans with federal student loans.CNBC - 9h -
Can an executive order eliminate the Department of Education?
Two sources told NBC News that the White House is preparing an executive order to eliminate the Department of Education. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell reports on how Congress is the only body with the ...NBC News - 10h -
State Dept. Fires About 60 Contractors Working on Democracy and Human Rights
The contractors helped enact programs that focus on building up civil society and democratic practices in authoritarian states such as China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Venezuela and Cuba.The New York Times - 1d -
Musk Team Scrutinizes Education Department Operations
The engagement is the latest sign of the billionaire’s expanding influence across the government, which already stretches into more than half a dozen agencies.The New York Times - 3h -
Department of Education could be next on Trump's chopping block
President Trump is eyeing an executive order to dismantle the Education Department, which has placed dozens of staffers on leave in what their union says is a move to encourage resignations. ...The Hill - 6h -
What to know about student loans as Trump considers ways to dismantle the Education Dept.
With the Trump administration looking for ways to close parts or all of the U.S.NBC News - 8h -
'Paid administrative hell': Some Ed. Dept. staff put on leave after Trump's DEI order
While no specific reason was given, three employees told ABC News they believe the common thread among them is attendance at a voluntary diversity training.ABC News - 12h -
Musk: Trump 'will succeed' in dismantling Education Department
Elon Musk, the tech billionaire whom President Trump has tapped as the head of his new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), boasted on his social platform X on Monday night that Trump "will ...The Hill - 13h -
Education Dept. to probe antisemitism at 5 universities
The Education Department announced investigations at five universities where antisemitic harassment incidents have been reported.CBS News - 1d -
Democratic senator puts 'blanket hold' on Trump's State Dept. nominees following USAID threat
NBC News' Sahil Kapur reports on Democrats' latest effort, led by Sen. Brian Schatz, to push back on the Trump administration's political moves.NBC News - 1d -
Democratic senator puts hold on Trump's State Dept. nominees over threats to end USAID
Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, he’s placing a “blanket hold” on President Donald Trump’s nominees for the State Department after Elon Musk's attacks on USAID.NBC News - 1d -
Treasury Dept. gives Elon Musk's team access to federal payment system: Sources
If Elon Musk or his DOGE team were to attempt to block federal payments, it would likely face legal challenges given the money is approved by Congress.ABC News - 1d -
The president's education order: Trump wants to indoctrinate, too
President Trump has issued an order banning federal funding of "indoctrination of children," but his definition of indoctrination is subjective and he is imposing his own views on education, while ...The Hill - 4d -
New Group Aims to Help Justice Dept. Employees Alarmed by Trump
The group, Justice Connection, intends to support employees who say they are facing professional and ethical crises under the new administration. It is likely to come under attack from Trump allies.The New York Times - 4d -
Bad Education by Matt Goodwin — university challenges
An angry polemic rightly recognises that freedom of speech and diversity of opinion is under threat in higher education but fails to analyse the complex problem clearlyFinancial Times - 4d -
Education Dept. to investigate installation of all-gender restroom at Colorado high school
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights has opened an investigation into Denver Public Schools for "discriminating against its female students" after the district converted a ...NBC News - 5d -
Oklahoma education chief: 'Our schools will not be sanctuary schools'
The Oklahoma schools chief says he will support the Trump administration's immigration enforcement efforts.The Hill - 5d -
Justice Dept. discusses dropping Mayor Adams' corruption charges, source says
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on five counts of corruption in September.CBS News - 6d -
Tennessee teacher honored with 2025 Music Educator Award
Adrian Maclin, a music teacher in Memphis, Tennessee, is the winner of the 2025 Music Educator Award, which is presented by the Recording Academy and the Grammy Museum.CBS News - 6d -
Trump Justice Dept. fires employees tied to Jack Smith probes
About a dozen Justice Department employees who worked for former special counsel Jack Smith on his investigation of Donald Trump are being fired.CBS News - Jan. 27 -
Florida educators, students speak out on curriculum changes
Educators, students and advocates across the Florida higher education system are speaking out against the recent removal of hundreds of general education courses.ABC News - Jan. 27 -
U.S. Attorney Opens Investigation Into Justice Dept.’s Jan. 6 Cases
The move was the latest example of how the prosecutor in charge in Washington, Ed Martin, has sought in recent days to wind down the office’s sprawling investigation of the Capitol attack.The New York Times - Jan. 27 -
Department of Education dismisses book ban complaints
The Department of Education has dismissed 11 complaints regarding “book bans” the federal agency received during the Biden administration, it announced Friday. The department said it ended former ...The Hill - Jan. 24 -
Justice Dept. Cancels Entry-Level Job Offers in Honors Program
The move was part of a domino effect initiated by President Trump’s enactment of a 90-day federal hiring freeze.The New York Times - Jan. 24 -
The Justice Dept. Asserted Its Immigration Authority
Also, a storm dumped snow on the Carolinas. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
State Dept staff shakeup accelerated ahead of Trump's inauguration, 2 sources say
At least 20 State Department officials were told to resign from leadership roles before Trump took office, two sources said.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
The best states to raise a family 'have a balance of affordability, safety, quality education,' expert says—here are the top 10
For the third year in a row, Massachusetts ranked as the best state to raise a family.CNBC - Jan. 20 -
Dept. of Education: Title IX applies to athlete pay
The direct payment plans that many major college athletic departments are making for athletes would violate Title IX law, according to a Department of Education memo.ESPN - Jan. 17 -
Biden's education secretary made big changes. Here's what Trump's admin could change next.
President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration next week will mean sweeping changes in the way the federal government handles issues from foreign policy to education — and Education Secretary Miguel ...NBC News - Jan. 17 -
Energy Dept. Offers Utilities $22 Billion to Reshape U.S. Power Grids
The loan guarantees are one of the final attempts by the outgoing Biden administration to encourage power companies to cut emissions while trying to keep rates down.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
Breakfast and financial education: help us deliver this foundation
The FT’s homegrown charity FLIC and Magic Breakfast are making a real difference for young peopleFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
Educators worry about how to talk immigration with families facing mass deportations
The morning after Election Day last year, Melanie Claros, a civics teacher and ESL coordinator at a South Florida school where half the students are Latino, found herself having to do a job beyond ...NBC News - Jan. 12 -
Low water supply causing ‘a real challenge’ in battling wildfires, says L.A. Fire Dept. Official
Capt. Erik Scott, Public Information Officer for the Los Angeles Fire Department, joins Meet the Press NOW with the latest on the fight against wildfires in Los Angeles County.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Justice Dept. to Hold Off Releasing Report on Trump Documents Case
But in a court filing, the department indicated that it would release a separate report about Donald J. Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election as soon as possible.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Can Linda McMahon become the next education secretary?
What are Linda McMahon’s chances to be confirmed as the next education secretary?ABC News - Jan. 8 -
Special educational needs the biggest issue for schools, says Ofsted
The watchdog says a new inspection system in England should reward more inclusive mainstream schools.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Educators Prepare for ICE Agents at the Schoolhouse Door
Across the country, educators described widespread anxiety about President-elect Donald J. Trump’s promises to deport immigrants and what it could mean for their students.The New York Times - Jan. 7