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Trump Administration Withholds $6.8 Billion in Public School Funding

HeadlineJul 02, 2025

The Trump administration notified states Monday it is withholding $6.8 billion in funds designated for public schools. The money was approved by Congress four months ago and due to be disbursed by July 1, ahead of the new school year; instead, school districts and states are now scrambling to shut down services, including after-school programs and support for English language learners. The Trump administration has not said when — or if — it will release the funds. In an email to states, the Education Department says it “remains committed to ensuring taxpayer resources are spent in accordance with the president’s priorities.”

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