Trump budget proposal would cut $2.3 billion in education for 2027

"Trump Administration Seeks $76.5 Billion for Education in 2027 Budget, Despite Funding Cuts. In a move that has sparked controversy among educators and advocates, the Trump administration has unveiled its proposed 2027 budget, which allocates $76.5 billion for education - a significant decrease of $2.3 billion from the 2026 funding level. The federal government's education budget is a crucial component of the nation's education system, supporting programs such as Title I, which provides funding to disadvantaged schools, and federal student loans. Critics argue that the proposed cuts will have a devastating impact on students from low-income backgrounds and exacerbate existing inequalities in the education system."

The Trump administration released its proposed 2027 budget Friday, requesting $76.5 billion for education — a $2.3 billion decrease from 2026 funding. The funding request puts the federal Department ...