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New York Leads 21-State Lawsuit Against Education Cuts

3/31/2025

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The Trump administration's proposal to slash the Department of Education has sparked alarm over the future of American education. As responsibilities shift, uncertainty looms regarding how states will cope with dwindling federal funds and safeguard student rights. In a bold move, New York joins 20 other states in a lawsuit to halt these damaging cuts.

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The Trump administration's proposal to slash the Department of Education has sparked alarm over the future of American education. As responsibilities shift, uncertainty looms regarding how states will cope with dwindling federal funds and safeguard student rights. In a bold move, New York joins 20 other states in a lawsuit to halt these damaging cuts.