Schools Rattled as Trump Administration Demands Scrutiny of Education Programs
The Trump administration sought to pause federal dollars to some grantees as it tries to uproot policies like diversity, equity and inclusion. Schools and universities worried important programs could be halted.
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Trump signs order to boost school choice programs
President Trump has signed an executive order freeing up federal funds for school choice programs and ordering the creation of guidance on how states can use federal money for K-12 scholarships. ...The Hill - 7h -
Trump set to issue executive order boosting school choice programs
President Trump is expected to issue an executive order to boost school choice programs by freeing up federal government spending towards it, a White House official confirmed. CBS first reported on ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump administration targets thousands of programs in funding freeze
A new memo from the Office of Management and Budget reveals the potential scope of the Trump administration's plans to freeze federal funding.Politico - 1d -
Elon Musk's gesture at Trump rally draws scrutiny
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Will Labour’s schools overhaul imperil UK’s education success story?
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IRS' free Direct File program expands to 25 states — but still faces Republican scrutiny
Direct File, the IRS’ free tax filing program, has expanded to 25 states for 2025. But the program's future remains uncertain amid Republican scrutiny.CNBC - Jan. 17 -
Trump’s Territorial Ambitions Rattle a Weary World
A distant era of global politics, when nations scrambled to grab territory, suddenly seems less distant.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Special educational needs the biggest issue for schools, says Ofsted
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Controversial Trump picks like Sebastian Gorka likely to bypass Senate scrutiny
Sebastian Gorka failed security screenings during Trump's first term, but could return as White House counterterrorism chief.CBS News - Jan. 7
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