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Democrats Seek Transparency on Trump’s Plans to Dismantle Education Department
Trump’s Plan to Move Student Loans to SBA Raises Concerns
The administration, which wants to close the Education Department, hasn’t said how it would move the $1.7 trillion portfolio to a new agency. Democrats say doing so would be a “clear violation” of the law.
Tracking Higher Ed Legislation in Congress
Legislators in Congress have filed numerous bills focused on higher education.
Congress Eyes More Control Over Colleges
Lawmakers have introduced dozens of bills related to higher education, according to a new searchable database from Inside Higher Ed. Taken together, the proposals offer a sketch of the Republican agenda to crack down on colleges.
AFT Sues Trump for Blocking Access to Loan Repayment Plans
Trump Order Threatens University Libraries, Museums
The president disbanded the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Academic researchers, librarians and museum professionals say defunding the agency undermines their commitment to education.
Who Is Katrina Armstrong?
Both supporters and critics praise Columbia University’s interim president for her openness. But will she stand up to Donald Trump amid unprecedented threats?
‘We’re Going to Shut It Down’
Nearly 60 days into his second term in office, Trump followed through on his campaign promise to dismantle the Department of Education. Now it’s up to Congress to decide if the agency will be abolished entirely.