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Trump's $9 Billion Education Cut Sparks Bipartisan Backlash

7/26/2025

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The Trump administration is set to propose another $9 billion cut to the Department of Education, igniting fierce backlash from both Senate Republicans and Democrats. Critics warn this move could breach the Impoundment Control Act, threatening Congress's power. Legal battles loom if the administration attempts to implement these "pocket rescissions" before the fiscal year concludes.

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The Trump administration is set to propose another $9 billion cut to the Department of Education, igniting fierce backlash from both Senate Republicans and Democrats. Critics warn this move could breach the Impoundment Control Act, threatening Congress's power. Legal battles loom if the administration attempts to implement these "pocket rescissions" before the fiscal year concludes.