On March 21, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a significant policy shift, stating that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) would take over the oversight of special education programs from the Department of Education. This move is part of Trump’s broader efforts to dismantle the Education Department, a goal he has pursued…
The U.S. Department of Education plays a crucial role in ensuring that students with disabilities receive the support and services they need to succeed in school. Proposals to dismantle or significantly reduce the department’s role have raised concerns about the future of special education in America. This issue explores the potential effects of such changes…
Late last week, eight Democratic-led states took a significant step by filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging its decision to cut hundreds of millions of dollars in funding for teacher training programs. These programs are crucial for addressing teacher shortages in STEM fields and supporting students with disabilities or those learning English. Background…
In a contentious Senate confirmation hearing on March 5, 2025, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH), ignited a firestorm of debate with his comments on vaccine safety and autism research. Bhattacharya, a Stanford University professor of medicine, expressed openness to funding new studies exploring potential links…
