The US Department of Education has dropped its defense of a federal program that provides $350 million in grant funding to colleges with large populations of Hispanic students. The move comes as a threat to similar programs aimed at supporting minority students.
This decision is particularly concerning given the growing importance of diversity and inclusion initiatives in higher education. Without government backing, these programs may struggle to attract funding, potentially putting them at risk.
The US Department Education had initially defended the program, but ultimately decided not to intervene. This decision highlights a significant shift in priorities within the Trump administration’s educational policies.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2025/08/22/college-grants-hispanic-populations