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California AG Sues Trump Over $939M Education Funding Cut

7/15/2025

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Bonta Sues Trump

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is spearheading a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding a staggering $939 million in education funds. This crucial funding, essential for programs aiding English learners and teacher training, is under threat. Supported by 23 states, the lawsuit claims these actions are unconstitutional and jeopardize educational services across the country.

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Jackson Fights Trump

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson has taken a bold stand, filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration alongside over 20 states. The stakes are high, as the withholding of $6.8 billion in federal education funding threatens to strip North Carolina of more than $165 million, risking nearly 1,000 educator jobs. This legal battle seeks to reclaim vital resources for public schools and after-school programs.

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The 1974 Supreme Court ruling in Lau v. Nichols mandated equal educational opportunities for non-English speakers, leading to significant federal funding for English learner programs. Today, lawsuits from California and North Carolina, representing over 23 states, challenge the withholding of $939 million and $6.8 billion in federal funds, echoing the ongoing struggle for equitable education and potentially affecting resources for thousands of educators.

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Bonta Sues Trump

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is spearheading a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding a staggering $939 million in education funds. This crucial funding, essential for programs aiding English learners and teacher training, is under threat. Supported by 23 states, the lawsuit claims these actions are unconstitutional and jeopardize educational services across the country.

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