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Trump Administration's Education Overhaul Sparks Fear and Resignations

1/3/2026

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In 2025, the U.S. President Donald Trump administration dismantled the Education Department and withheld federal funds from numerous institutions, causing chaos.
Ted Mitchell of the American Council on Education described the atmosphere as "fear".
The Compact for Academic Excellence aimed to enforce political priorities in universities, prompting widespread rejection.
The crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs led to funding cuts and the resignation of several university presidents.

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Story summary

In 2025, the U.S. President Donald Trump administration dismantled the Education Department and withheld federal funds from numerous institutions, causing chaos.
Ted Mitchell of the American Council on Education described the atmosphere as "fear".
The Compact for Academic Excellence aimed to enforce political priorities in universities, prompting widespread rejection.
The crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs led to funding cuts and the resignation of several university presidents.