Trump administration threatens to cut federal funds for schools over diversity, equity, and inclusion programs

The Trump administration has threatened to cut federal Title I funding to schools unless state officials eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The Education Department’s directive demands that school leaders certify the removal of programs perceived as promoting racial exclusion or discrimination. This move affects schools with high percentages of low-income students. The administration’s push has sparked concerns about its impact on educational policies and the future of DEI initiatives in US schools.