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

"Funding Cuts Loom for US Education: Trump Administration Proposes $2.3 Billion Reduction in 2027 Budget. In a move that is likely to spark controversy, the Trump administration has unveiled its proposed 2027 budget, which would slash federal education funding by $2.3 billion. This significant decrease, amounting to a 3% reduction from the current year's allocation, would bring the total education budget down to $76.5 billion. The proposed cuts come at a time when education advocates are already sounding the alarm about the impact of budget constraints on schools and students, and are expected to face intense scrutiny from lawmakers and educators alike. The full budget proposal, which includes funding for a range of other government priorities, is set to be debated in Congress in the coming weeks."

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 ...