President Trumpâs recent budget proposal aims to cut $163 billion from nondefense programs, targeting TRIO, Federal Work-Study, and other essential funding for students. The so-called "skinny budget" demolishes nearly $12 billion from the Education Department among other drastic reductions to agencies such as the NIH and NSF. While Trump may face legislative hurdles, Republican support could streamline some aspects of this budget. Democrats are strongly opposing this initiative as potentially regressive, jeopardizing crucial investments in education, safety, and innovation, emphasizing the potential harm to American families and future research.
President Trumpâs proposed budget for fiscal year 2026 seeks to eliminate funding for key educational programs, totaling cuts of $163 billion in nondefense spending.
The budget cuts include nearly $12 billion from the Education Department, impacting essential student support programs, amid Republican backing for the presidentâs agenda.
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