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Trump Threatens Child Care Funding Across the US After Bogus Social Media Claim
Reports of a nationwide freeze came after a video with debunked claims circulated social media this week.
Trump’s Attempts to Control Higher Education Follow a Familiar Fascist Playbook
Trumpism has been aided by divestment that hollowed higher ed out from the core, AAUP President Todd Wolfson says.
In 2025, Educators Didn’t Just Endure Repression. They Built Resistance.
The right wants the teaching of history to no longer indict power or inspire resistance. But our side won’t submit.
Racial Harassment of Students Ignored by Trump’s Department of Education
Records filed in court cases show that most complaints filed by families have been dismissed without investigation.
Trump Admin to Begin Garnishing Wages for Defaulted Student Loans in January
Wages could be garnished as early as 30 days after borrowers receive notice.
Texas Universities Use AI to Rewrite How Courses Mention Race and Gender
Experts say the use of AI could continue to shift control over education away from faculty and toward administrators.
Brown Student Who Survived Second School Shooting Speaks Out
“I am still healing from my physical injuries,” said Mia Tretta, who was shot in the stomach in high school in 2019.
Trump Admin Moves to Officially Scrap Biden-Era Student Loan Forgiveness Program
The initiative sought to provide lower monthly loan payments and forgive remaining debt after a certain period of time.
For Incarcerated Students in California, Education Is a Collective Endeavor
Often denied access to the books and materials they need, incarcerated students rely on mutual aid to succeed.
Educators Worry Palestine Censorship Could Reshape Public Education Entirely
New efforts to shut down honest discussion of Palestine could restrict everything from literature to science classes.
For Some in Gaza, International Scholarships Are Lifelines. For Others, Exile.
Many students are torn between leaving to continue their education or staying in Gaza to rebuild what Israel destroyed.
As Immigrant Youth Come Under Attack, These Schools Are Trying to Protect Them
A network of 31 public schools is striving to provide “radical welcome, protection and empowerment” to migrant youth.
Will Every Texas High School, College Campus Have a Turning Point USA Chapter?
After the Texas education chief met with the group, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick pledged $1 million toward the effort.