Trump Holds Back $2 Billion for Education Grants. What Will Happen Next?

"Biden Administration Freezes Billions in Education Funding Amid Congressional Dispute The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has placed a hold on over $2 billion in federal funding for K-12 and higher education programs, sparking controversy and raising questions about the administration's priorities. The move comes after Congress approved the funds in February, but the OMB is now citing concerns over the effectiveness and efficiency of the programs. More than 30 separate initiatives, including those aimed at improving teacher training and increasing access to college education, are affected by the freeze. As the dispute between the White House and Congress continues, educators and lawmakers are left wondering what the future holds for these vital programs."

The White House office that oversees federal spending is withholding more than $2 billion Congress approved in February for more than 30 separate K-12 and higher education programs—all of which the ...