A new episode of The Excerpt podcast examines the Trump administration’s latest Education Department actions, which focus on overhauling key programs—including those supporting disadvantaged schools and students with disabilities. The moves signal a shift in federal education priorities, raising questions about how these changes could reshape funding and policy for vulnerable student populations. Critics and advocates are already weighing in on the potential impact, as the administration continues to reshape its approach to K-12 and special education funding. The discussion offers insight into the broader implications for education policy ahead of further developments.
On the Tuesday, December 2, 2025 episode of The Excerpt podcast: Trump’s latest Education Department moves target some of the agency's most important programs. From Title I to special education to ...