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Judge Orders Education Department Employees Reinstated
A federal judge ruled Thursday that the massive reduction in force at the department was tantamount to dismantling it, which only Congress can do. The Trump administration has already challenged the decision.
Western Accreditor Pauses DEI Standards
Trump Adviser Blames ‘Scientific Slowdown’ on DEI, Red Tape
Science policy adviser Michael Kratsios wants private research funding to make up for the “diminishing returns” he says federal investments have yielded. But data shows that federal R&D continues to produce enormous value.
At Senate Hearing, College Presidents Warn Against Pell Cuts
Leaders of Christian, historically Black and community colleges appeared before the Republican-controlled Senate committee. Democrats took the opportunity to argue against House GOP proposals, including cutting Pell.
McMahon Plays Defense on the Hill
The education secretary sparred with congressional Democrats over sweeping cuts to her department at a fiery House committee hearing.
Harvard Hit With Another $60M in Grant Cuts
Is the Partnership for American Innovation Gone?
Robert A. Brown warns that the U.S. risks an innovation winter.
Another ‘Breakdown’ in Federal Student Aid?
Financial aid officers report widespread problems with the federal student aid system after Education Department layoffs, including processing delays they say could affect the current cycle.