The Trump administration’s policies have left educators grappling with uncertainty as public schools and higher education institutions face unprecedented federal scrutiny. From curbing DEI initiatives and slashing education research to undermining academic autonomy, the administration's actions threaten the foundation of public education. As teachers and administrators navigate this ideological battle, the very future of academic integrity hangs in the balance.
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