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California's Sex Ed Program Loses $6M Grant Amid Controversy

8/22/2025

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The Department of Health and Human Services ended California's federal grant for its sex education program over "radical gender ideology" in the curriculum.
The program, focused on preventing teen pregnancy and STDs, previously received nearly $6 million in federal funding.
California's Department of Public Health defended the curriculum as medically accurate and aligned with its objectives.
The Trump Administration stressed the need for accountability regarding federal fund usage.

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The Department of Health and Human Services ended California's federal grant for its sex education program over "radical gender ideology" in the curriculum.
The program, focused on preventing teen pregnancy and STDs, previously received nearly $6 million in federal funding.
California's Department of Public Health defended the curriculum as medically accurate and aligned with its objectives.
The Trump Administration stressed the need for accountability regarding federal fund usage.