May 25, 2026

special education funding

Judge temporarily halts ED layoffs amid Donald Trump administration’s controversial special education funding cuts – The Times of India

Judge temporarily halts ED layoffs amid Donald Trump administration’s controversial special education funding cuts – The Times of India

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Judge temporarily blocks ED layoffs impacting IDEA funding during US shutdown. (AP Photo) A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s decision to lay off nearly all staff within the Education Department’s special education division. The ruling paused the dismissals amid widespread concern over the impact on special education funding and services.Judge Susan Illston…

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McMahon says shutdown reveals Education Department isn’t needed: Here’s what it means for schools – The Times of India

McMahon says shutdown reveals Education Department isn’t needed: Here’s what it means for schools – The Times of India

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McMahon says shutdown proves Education Department isn’t needed . (AP Photo) Education Secretary Linda McMahon has stated that the recent federal shutdown demonstrates the US Department of Education is unnecessary. Despite the shutdown, millions of American students have continued attending school, teachers are still receiving pay, and schools have remained operational, she said.McMahon argued that…

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Civil rights and special education offices gutted under Trump’s cuts: Is dismantling federal education support a path to reform or regression? – The Times of India

Civil rights and special education offices gutted under Trump’s cuts: Is dismantling federal education support a path to reform or regression? – The Times of India

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Trump cuts education staff as special needs and civil rights offices slashed. (AP Photo) Hundreds of employees at the US Department of Education have been dismissed in a new wave of layoffs under President Donald Trump’s administration. About 466 workers were let go since Friday, significantly reducing staff across key divisions responsible for civil rights…

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US Education Department lays off 20% of staff: How will this affect the future of student support? – The Times of India

US Education Department lays off 20% of staff: How will this affect the future of student support? – The Times of India

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Education Department cuts 20% of staff amid shutdown, risking student support. (AP Photo) The US Department of Education has laid off over 460 employees, cutting roughly 20% of its workforce amid the ongoing government shutdown. The move comes as the department struggles to maintain services after earlier rounds of staff reductions and amidst an extended…

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