U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest budget proposal has ignited controversy with over $1 billion in cuts targeting education programs. The plan slashes $700 million from adult education initiatives and $300 million from preschool development—a move critics say could widen inequality and harm workforce readiness. 💼
🔥 The White House continues its push to shrink the Department of Education, echoing Trump’s past vows to eliminate the agency entirely. Educators warn these cuts would hit vulnerable communities hardest, from adults seeking GEDs to families relying on subsidized preschool.
🎙️ CGTN’s White House correspondent Nathan King reports growing backlash from lawmakers and advocacy groups. While supporters argue for fiscal responsibility, opponents call it an “assault on opportunity”—especially amid rising tuition costs and student debt.
📉 This isn’t Trump’s first clash with academia: His administration previously proposed axing federal work-study programs and capping student loan forgiveness. With 2024 elections looming, education remains a heated battleground. 🗳️
