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Assessing the Damage After the Education Department’s Mass Layoffs
The Trump administration’s deep cuts at the department hit some offices harder than others, but the effects will likely be felt by students, families and institutions across the country.
Religious Freedom as a Defense for DEI?
Georgetown University cited its Jesuit mission in responding to Trump administration critiques of DEI. Could religious freedom protect against attacks on diversity practices?
Trump’s Columbia Cuts Start Hitting Postdocs, Professors
But the full extent of the slashing is still unclear as neither the Trump administration nor Columbia has shared what grants and contracts were ended.
USDA Suspends All Grants for University of Maine System
This is the second time in less than a week that the Trump administration has pulled funding from higher ed institutions suspected of not following his policies.
Kentucky’s Legislature Is Rushing Through a Bill to Ban DEI
House Bill 4, which also targets courses that “indoctrinate participants with a discriminatory concept,” is on the brink of passage. Opponents have raised academic freedom concerns.
Judge Restores Canceled Teacher Training Grants in 8 States
Education Department Lays Off Nearly Half of Staff
McMahon said the reductions are a “significant step toward restoring the greatness of the United States education system.” Critics say they are reckless and will lead to chaos and confusion.
Sonny Ramaswamy: Higher Ed Must Be Proactive
After seven years leading an accrediting agency, Sonny Ramaswamy is retiring, but he urged higher education leaders to speak up and tell their story amid mounting political challenges.