Federal government shutdown threatens school nutrition programs & SNAP benefits. Agencies seek solutions; advocates warn of increased child hunger. Long-term impacts on low-income families are a concern.
Trump administration faced lawsuits over Education Department layoffs & shutdowns. Mass firings, budget disputes, and civil rights office closures marked significant changes.
Federal shutdown impacts education: limited disruption to daily school operations, pauses in some federal programs & civil rights investigations. State & local funding crucial. Head Start unaffected. Federal funding covers 14% of education.
House GOP proposes cutting K-12 funding, targeting teacher training and English language programs. Potential government shutdown looms if FY26 budget isn't finalized. Education budget could be cut by 15%.
