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Mar 22 2025EDUCATION

Columbia University's Big Shift: What's Next?

Columbia University has made some significant changes recently. These changes came after a lot of pressure from the government. The government had some specific demands. They wanted the university to take a stand against antisemitism on campus. They also wanted the university to make some changes to

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

A President's Unusual Quest to Shrink Education

The White House was buzzing with anticipation. The East Room was filled with a mix of young students, conservative activists, social media influencers, and six governors from various states. They had all gathered to witness a significant event: the signing of an executive order aimed at drastically

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Measles Surge in Texas: A Wake-Up Call for Vaccination

Measles is making a comeback in Texas, with 309 cases reported in just two months. This number has already surpassed the total cases reported across the entire United States last year. The majority of these cases are among individuals who have not been vaccinated or whose vaccination status is unkno

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

Prosecutor's Exit: A Stand for Justice

A seasoned prosecutor has stepped down from the U. S. Department of Justice, citing significant shifts under the Trump administration. Sean Murphy, with a background in the Bronx District Attorney's office and the U. S. Attorney's Office in Puerto Rico, chose to leave his role in the Capitol Siege S

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

A New Chapter for Education?

The Department of Education is facing a major shake-up. The current administration has taken a significant step towards dismantling it. An executive order was signed to start the process. This move is seen as a way to bypass the need for congressional approval. The administration believes the depart

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Mar 21 2025EDUCATION

The Future of Fair Education

The Education Department has been a key player in ensuring equal access to education for all students since its creation in 1979. This mission was born out of the anti-poverty and civil rights movements of the 1960s and 1970s. The department's goal was to strengthen the federal commitment to equal e

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

A Big Shift in Education Policy

The White House has announced that President Trump will issue an executive order on Thursday. This order aims to significantly reduce the role of the Department of Education. The move is part of a long-standing promise made during his campaign. It is already facing pushback from those who want to s

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

Student Loans in Limbo as Education Department Faces Overhaul

The Education Department is in for a major shake-up. President Trump is poised to sign an order that will start the process of shutting it down. This move is part of a long-standing conservative goal to scale back federal involvement in education. Yet, it's important to note that fully eliminating t

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

Maine's Sports Battle: A Quick Federal Response

The U. S. Department of Education made a swift decision in a case involving transgender athletes in Maine. They found that the state's education office broke Title IX rules by letting transgender girls join girls' sports teams and use their facilities. This was surprisingly fast, as such investigati

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

The Future of Education: Trump's Plan to Shut Down the Department of Education

The Department of Education has been a target for many years. Now, it seems that the Trump administration is taking steps to shut it down. This move is part of a broader campaign promise to reduce federal involvement in education. However, making this happen is not so simple. The department was crea

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