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Education Secretary Cuts $350M in Grants to HBCUs, Minority Colleges
The $350 million reduction represents the total of seven programs that historically bolstered minority enrollment in science and engineering
The $350 million reduction represents the total of seven programs that historically bolstered minority enrollment in science and engineering
Greenblatt, however, maintained that Trump’s team has been “implementing aspects” of the Biden-era plan
The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), which governs K–12 athletics in the state, backed the decision.
Investigations into programs like the PhD Project and race-exclusive scholarships highlight potential legal violations that prioritize identity over merit.
Over 600 employees accepted voluntary retirement or resignation offers; others will go on administrative leave starting March 21.
Supporters argue school choice empowers parents and improves options, while critics claim it drains resources from public schools and favors wealthy families.
The action follows reported harassment of Jewish students after the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks and escalating campus protests.
Plans include expanding school voucher programs, refocusing K-12 education on core subjects, and aligning postsecondary education with workforce needs.