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NYC Schools Face Funding Cuts Over Gender-Identity Policies

9/30/2025

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New York City schools allow gender-identity facilities, risking $36 million in funding after Trump demands.
The U.S. Department of Education insists on compliance with federal civil rights laws and rejects extensions.
Mayor Eric Adams will review mixed-gender restrooms, drawing backlash from Zohran Mamdani (Democratic candidate).
Chicago and Fairfax County schools face funding cuts for similar policies.

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Story summary

New York City schools allow gender-identity facilities, risking $36 million in funding after Trump demands.
The U.S. Department of Education insists on compliance with federal civil rights laws and rejects extensions.
Mayor Eric Adams will review mixed-gender restrooms, drawing backlash from Zohran Mamdani (Democratic candidate).
Chicago and Fairfax County schools face funding cuts for similar policies.