Trump Admin Withholds $7B from Schools; Advocates Plan Lawsuit

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The Trump administration is withholding nearly $7 billion in funding intended for schools, with little given explanation as to why. The lack of funding is putting summer and after-school programs at risk. Advocates are planning to sue over the withheld funds.

Trump Admin Withholding $7 Billion from Schools: Legal Action Expected

The Washington Post reports that the Trump administration is withholding $7 billion from schools. The action has triggered legal response from advocates.

Trump Administration Holds $7 Billion from Schools Unexplained

The New York Times reveals that the Trump Administration has unexplainedly withheld nearly $7 billion meant for schools.

Trump Admin’s K-12 Funding Holds Risk Summer and After-School Programs

Axios notes that summer and after-school programs are at risk with Trump admin’s funding holds for K-12.

Over $6 Billion Education Grants Withheld by Trump Administration

NPR reports that the Trump Administration is withholding over $6 billion in education grants for schools.

California Schools in Crisis as Trump Administration Withholds $811 Million

CalMatters reports that California schools are scrambling due to the Trump administration’s decision to withhold almost $811 million in funding.

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