The Trump administration is leveraging a little-known federal budget process to freeze or redirect over $2 billion in education funding that Congress already approved earlier this year. Critics argue the move undermines legislative intent, raising concerns about how executive actions could reshape spending priorities without direct congressional oversight. The tactic, usually reserved for administrative adjustments, has sparked debate over its legality and transparency. With education programs potentially facing disruptions, lawmakers are questioning whether this sets a precedent for future budgetary bypasses.
The Trump administration is using an obscure and typically routine federal budget procedure to delay or withhold more than $2 billion for education that Congress approved in February. Lawmakers ...
