U.S. District Judge Andrew Carter issued a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration's plan to close Job Corps centers, asserting that it lacked congressional authority to terminate the program. This ruling acts as a temporary relief to students and communities, particularly in cities with large Black populations that rely on Job Corps for job training and housing. The program, active for over 60 years, has trained millions of youth and produced notable success stories, emphasizing its ongoing relevance and importance in combating poverty and inequality.
The National Job Corps Association said Wednesday's preliminary injunction "is a lifeline." It returns some stability to students who were displaced - some living in shelters - and to the communities that rely on Job Corps for skilled workers.
Job Corps centers were set to close include locations in cities with large Black populations- like Cleveland, Gary, Miami, New Orleans, and Brooklyn -where the program has been an essential resource for underserved youth.
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