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States Disinvesting in Higher Ed: Fact or Myth?
A new Cato Institute report rekindles a long-standing, nuanced debate over whether states have decreased funding for higher education.
Red States Back Trump’s Plan to Abolish Education Department
At least four Republican state leaders praised the president-elect’s plans to dismantle the agency, citing the need for more local control over K-12 schools. But higher ed experts say they’re overlooking consequences for colleges.
Optimism, Concern Follow Trump’s Decision to Tap Former WWE Exec as Education Secretary
Linda McMahon has said little about her views on education, worrying some. But other experts are confident she’s the right woman for the job.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Biden’s Overtime Expansion
The order means that tens of thousands of college and university staffers are no longer guaranteed either a raise or overtime benefits.
How Higher Ed Can ‘Safeguard’ for Democracy
Complete College America argues that for higher education, protecting democracy is tied to making colleges accessible and boosting completion.