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Students without legal status are dropping out or delaying college as states revoke tuition breaks
Florida students without legal status are facing educational setbacks as state lawmakers revoked in-state tuition benefits. This decision, impacting thousands, forces students like Carlie to abandon in-person classes due to safety concerns and financial constraints. With rising tuition costs and limited opportunities, many are delaying or giving up on college, jeopardizing their future aspirations.

The Harvard-trained lawyer behind Trump's fight against top universities
May Mailman, a key figure in the Trump administration, has significantly influenced higher education policies, challenging universities on issues like diversity, admissions, and gender. Her strategies, employed through federal funding and investigations, have pressured institutions, leading to settlements and legal battles, most notably with Harvard.

Trump administration asks court to throw out Harvard case on international student policy
The Trump administration is urging a Boston judge to dismiss Harvard's lawsuit against the ban on international students, asserting presidential authority to restrict non-citizens. The Justice Department claims Harvard lacks standing and isn't meeting obligations under the Student Exchange and Visitor Program, raising national security concerns. Harvard insists the motion doesn't affect enrollment and will defend its rights.

'Rage Against The Regime' protests: Over 300 US cities hosting anti-Trump demonstrations today on JD Vance's birthday. Full list
Across the United States, numerous cities are bracing for "Rage Against the Regime" protests this Saturday, organized by the 50501 movement. Triggered by concerns over threats to democracy and human rights, demonstrators will rally against the Trump administration's policies. Issues include immigration enforcement, alleged concentration camps, transgender rights, and potential dismantling of social programs. Protests are being held on US Vice President JD Vance's birthday.

'Rage Against the Regime' protests planned against Trump in US on Saturday: Check key cities, timings and more
'Rage Against the Regime' protests: Protests against the Trump administration, dubbed as ‘Rage Against The Regime’, are scheduled to take place across the US on Saturday. The protests are being organised by the 50501 movement and the group has organised various anti-Trump protests in the past. The protests coincide with US Vice President JD Vance's birthday.

Europe is breaking its reliance on American science
European nations are working to reduce reliance on US scientific data. This follows US budget cuts impacting climate and weather research. Concerns rise over planning for extreme weather and infrastructure. The EU plans to expand its data networks. They aim to mirror US services. Focus is on ocean observation data. This supports shipping, energy, and storm warnings.
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Donald Trump vs U.S. Supreme Court - Full list of cases involving President before top court
Major cases involving US President Donald Trump are pending at the Supreme Court.
Infy's steady Q1; Myntra under ED lens
Infosys raised its revenue guidance for the current financial year after stable financial results in the April-June quarter. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
460,000 student loan borrowers to be kicked off from repayment plan? Know the big changes from August 1
Under President Trump, the dismantling of the Education Department is causing turmoil for student loan borrowers. Nearly half a million applications for income-driven repayment plans face rejection, while interest charges are set to resume for millions, potentially adding $27 billion in costs over the next year. Moreover, the Trump administration is also planning to make big changes from August 1.
US Supreme Court allows Trump to lay off nearly 1,400 Education Department employees
The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump to proceed with his plan to dismantle the Education Department and lay off nearly 1,400 employees. This decision pauses a lower court order that had blocked the layoffs and criticized the broader plan. The ruling was split, with the three liberal justices dissenting. The move revives one of Trump’s major campaign promises.
US Supreme Court clears way for Trump to gut Education Department
The US Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to proceed with dismantling the Education Department. This reverses a lower court order. The move enables the administration to transfer functions to other agencies. Critics fear this will harm the department's ability to fulfill its duties. Supporters claim it returns power to the states. Legal challenges continue in lower courts.
Trump’s State department firing begins: Over 1,300 jobs slashed in latest layoff wave
The Trump administration is going to fire over 1,300 employees at the US State Department in its latest round of federal job cuts and this will affect nearly 15 percent of its workforce. A senior official said 1,107 civil servants and 246 foreign service officers currently assigned to domestic posts will receive layoff notices.
University of Virginia president, pressured over DEI, resigns rather than 'fight federal government'
University of Virginia President James Ryan resigned amidst pressure from conservative critics and the Trump administration over the school's DEI practices. Facing federal scrutiny, Ryan chose to step down rather than engage in a prolonged battle with the government. His departure highlights the administration's escalating efforts to reshape higher education by targeting DEI initiatives.
DOGE's shock exit: Who is ‘Big Balls’, the 19 year-old ex-Neuralink prodigy to resign after Elon Musk's departure?
Elon Musk's DOGE is hit by a wave of resignations and 19-year-old ex-Neuralink prodigy Edward Coristine is the latest one to quit. Edward, who earned the nickname 'Big Balls', resigned from his government post following Elon Musk's departure. The 19-year-old hired by Elon Musk to help reduce government bureaucracy has resigned after becoming a public symbol of his department's work.
Trump administration’s student loan plan blocked by court, keeping treasury transfer on hold
The Trump administration's attempt to transfer the $1.6 trillion federal student loan portfolio's management to the Treasury Department was blocked by a federal court order. This move, impacting over 42 million borrowers, raised concerns about repayment systems and borrower protections.
Trump asks Supreme Court to let him dismantle Education Department
The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court to proceed with dismantling the Department of Education, aiming to shift school policy control to states and local boards. This action follows a judge's ruling that blocked mass firings and the transfer of student loan programs.
Trump says sending education 'BACK TO ALL THE STATES', where it belongs
Donald Trump in a truth social post has repeated his claim that his government will be sending education "back to the states". President Trump has already signed an executive order dismantling the Department of Education. With his move, states heavily reliant on federal funding face an educational crisis. The department cannot be shuttered without the approval of Congress.
Trump signs order seeking to dismantle Department of Education. What happens to student loans?
US President Donald Trump kicked off the process of dismantling the Department of Education by signing an executive order on Thursday. The move aims to fulfill a longstanding campaign promise and shift more power over education to the states. The department supplies a small percentage of funding to public schools, enforces anti-discrimination laws and administers the Student Aid Program. What happens to student loans now?
Trump signs executive order aimed at dismantling Education Department; sparks debate & legal challenges
President Trump signed an executive order to reduce the size of the federal Department of Education and shift control to state and local authorities. This action has sparked debate and potential legal challenges, with concerns about its impact on education funding and the federal student loan portfolio.
Trump to order dismantling of Education Department: reports
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order instructing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to begin dismantling the US Department of Education. Trump aims to decentralize education by returning powers to state governments, which has sparked opposition from Democrats, teachers' unions, and many parents.
What will happen to student loans if Donald Trump shuts down Department of Education? Will the debt be erased?
Trump’s push to abolish the Department of Education remains a political challenge. Here’s what is expected to happen to federal student loans.
'Big con job': Trump wants Department of Education to be closed immediately. Can the US President abolish it?
US President Donald Trump criticized the Department of Education for high spending while the nation ranks 40th globally. Trump termed the Department of Education as 'a big con job' and wants it be to closed immediately. The president has previously said he had tasked Linda McMahon, his pick to be education secretary, to shutter the department he wants her to lead.
Trump's Education Secretary's job is to 'end the job'
President Donald Trump told reporters that Linda McMahon, his nominee to lead the Education Dept., should eventually "put herself out of a job." There has been speculation that Trump may take executive action to dismantle the department of education, but legal experts say he would need approval from Congress. Trump emphasized that education decisions should be made by individual states rather than at the federal level.
After USAID and several federal agencies, Donald Trump and Elon Musk look to dismantle the Department of Education; here's their plan
Donald Trump, backed by Elon Musk, is considering dismantling the U.S. Department of Education to shift control of schools to individual states. The move aligns with Trump's broader plan to reduce federal influence and streamline governance. Supporters believe local control will improve efficiency, while critics warn of risks to federal funding and oversight.
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