Trump's Education Shake-Up: What's Next?

Investigations and Policy Changes

Trump's education policies have caused quite a stir. Schools and universities are feeling the pressure. The administration has launched over 120 investigations into higher education institutions and dozens into K-12 schools. This has led to some schools changing their policies on diversity, admissions, and trans students.

Legal Battles and Resistance

But not everyone is on board. Some universities, like Harvard and UCLA, have fought back in court and won. This has made other schools less likely to make deals with the White House. The administration is now trying a different approach. They are negotiating with institutions to sign a compact that includes Trump's policy priorities in exchange for federal grants.

Regulatory Hurdles and Confidence

However, this effort has also been largely rejected by university leaders. The administration is now facing a regulatory logjam. They have a lot of policies to implement, but a reduced workforce and tight deadlines make it a challenge.

The Education Department has been moving quickly to meet the law's July deadlines. But other rules could be delayed due to the master calendar rule. This could pose significant hurdles for the administration.

Despite these challenges, some officials are confident in the agency's ability to be effective. They point to the successful launch of the FAFSA and the agency's track record on civil rights enforcement. But only time will tell if these efforts will be enough to make lasting changes.