Trump Administration Ends Unnecessary Funding Freeze on Critical Education Grants

For hardworking American families and communities, education is a cornerstone of future prosperity and individual liberty. Yet for weeks, the Trump administration’s decision to freeze over $6 billion in federally appropriated grants left thousands of schools and nonprofits scrambling to keep crucial programs afloat. The Education Department’s recent announcement to release these funds marks a necessary course correction—though it raises poignant questions about government priorities and accountability. Why Was Vital Funding Held Hostage? On July 1, the administration placed a blanket hold on billions earmarked for programs serving English language learners, adult literacy initiatives, after-school enrichment, and more. This pause...