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Sen. Mike Crapo holds a pencil
Sen. Mike Crapo holds a pencil

Senate Republicans Reduce House’s Proposed Endowment Tax Hike

June 16, 2025

The proposed increase would be less than what House Republicans want to see, but it’s still a blow for colleges that have lobbied against the plan.

A student against an orange background with a spotlight shining down on them.
A student against an orange background with a spotlight shining down on them.

Students’ Advocates Voice Concern as Education Dept. Amps Up ID Verification

June 13, 2025

About 125,000 aid applicants will have their IDs checked this summer. The department says the move is necessary to protect taxpayers.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) speak to press following the weekly Republican policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol Building.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) speak to press following the weekly Republican policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol Building.

Senate Higher Ed Bill Walks Back Some House Proposals

June 12, 2025

Senate Republicans did not cut Pell Grants and replaced a controversial risk-sharing plan proposed by the House. Higher ed advocates are relieved but wary.

An image of the Harvard University library overlaid with a gavel and court brief cover.
An image of the Harvard University library overlaid with a gavel and court brief cover.

Harvard Gains Support in Its Lawsuit Against Trump

June 11, 2025

Dozens of institutions and associations argue that Trump’s funding freeze is about more than just one university—it’s about the future of American democracy.

Senator Bill Cassidy and others speak at a podium about their latest proposal to lower the cost of higher education.
Senator Bill Cassidy and others speak at a podium about their latest proposal to lower the cost of higher education.