US EditionMisinformation as Trump Moves to Cut Aid for some California Students
The Department of Justice claims California's tuition policy violates a 1996 federal law, affecting over 100,000 undocumented students who currently receive in-state tuition benefits.
- Last week, the U.S. Department of Justice sued California seeking to block in‑state tuition, scholarships and subsidized loans for some students without legal status, sparking panic among students like Michelle.
- The Justice Department argues the suit rests on a 1996 federal law preempting state benefits, while California counters AB 540 was drafted to avoid a residency test, as the California Supreme Court rejected the federal interpretation in 2010.
- Glitches in the new FAFSA and form rules that blocked submissions when parents lacked Social Security numbers amplified student fears, despite AB 540 requiring three years of California high school or community college attendance, which can save students over $100.
- Courts could issue short‑term rulings that leave students uncertain as the legal process continues, while the U.S. Department of Justice may seek a preliminary injunction and California's Department of Justice vows to fight, calling the administration misguided.
- The Trump administration's multi‑state lawsuits, including Texas first, target California's policies, risking impacts on over 100 students without legal status, say legal experts.
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Misinformation as Trump moves to cut aid for some California students
The Trump administration is suing California, asking the state to end its policies allowing students without legal status to access in-state tuition and financial aid. But the administration’s legal argument is weak, according to top legal experts.
Misinformation spreads as Trump moves to cut aid for some California students
By Adam Echelman and Mikhail Zinshteyn Stickers and flyers on a table in the Undocumented Community Center at the College of San Mateo in San Mateo, on Nov. 28, 2023. At this center, students without legal status can access financial and legal aid as well as guidance in navigating grant applications. Photo by Amaya Edwards for CalMatters Hours after the Trump administration sued California last week, threatening to end key benefits for students …
Misinformation spreads as Trump moves to cut aid for some California students
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Hours after the Trump administration sued California last week, threatening to end key benefits for students without legal status, Michelle was scrolling social media when she saw a video that made her panic. The Trump administration is challenging California’s policy of providing in-state […] The post Misinformation spreads as Trump moves to cut aid for some Cali…
Misinformation spreads as Trump moves to cut aid for some California students
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Hours after the Trump administration sued California last week, threatening to end key benefits for students without legal status, Michelle was scrolling social media when she saw a video that made her panic. The Trump administration is challenging California’s policy of providing in-state […] The post Misinformation spreads as Trump moves to cut aid for some Cali…
Misinformation spreads as Trump moves to cut aid for some California students
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Hours after the Trump administration sued California last week, threatening to end key benefits for students without legal status, Michelle was scrolling social media when she saw a video that made her panic. The Trump administration is challenging California’s policy of providing in-state […] The post Misinformation spreads as Trump moves to cut aid for some Cali…
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