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U.S. Labor Department Closes 100 Job Corps Centers

6/3/2025

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The U.S. Department of Labor is set to shut down nearly 100 Job Corps centers, including locations in Maryland and Maine, citing financial struggles and disappointing graduation rates. This decision raises alarms among local officials, who worry about the future of disadvantaged youth relying on these vital programs amid ongoing criticism over costs and safety concerns.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Labor is set to shut down nearly 100 Job Corps centers, including locations in Maryland and Maine, citing financial struggles and disappointing graduation rates. This decision raises alarms among local officials, who worry about the future of disadvantaged youth relying on these vital programs amid ongoing criticism over costs and safety concerns.