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U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson flanked by other congressional Republicans speaks at a podium.
U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson flanked by other congressional Republicans speaks at a podium.

How House Lawmakers Could Reshape Higher Ed

May 15, 2025

House committees put the finishing touches on their sections of the reconciliation megabill early this week. Now, all the pieces of the puzzle are laid out, and higher ed experts say the picture is grim.

A photo illustration of hands holding a stack of money.
A photo illustration of hands holding a stack of money.

House Republicans Finalize Plan to Increase Endowment Tax Up to 21%

May 13, 2025

The plan has been in the works for weeks and now will face a committee markup Tuesday.

A woman researches a book in a library.
A woman researches a book in a library.

Education Dept. Cancels Fulbright-Hays Applications, at Least for Now

May 9, 2025

The grant programs have supported the international research of students and scholars for more than 60 years.

A flag with the Harvard University logo hangs above the entrance of Harvard's Lehman Hall.
A flag with the Harvard University logo hangs above the entrance of Harvard's Lehman Hall.

Deciphering the Trump Administration’s Latest Letter to Harvard

May 7, 2025

In a scathing missive, McMahon called the university a “mockery” and vowed to cut off all federal grant funding. We asked some of our sources to weigh in on what it means.