US EditionTrump administration cuts $1 billion in school mental health grants, citing conflict of priorities
- The Trump administration plans to terminate funding of $1 billion allocated for mental health support initiatives in schools by the end of this year.
- This decision follows a department review that found these programs conflicted with civil rights laws and the policy of prioritizing merit and fairness.
- The grants, funded by a 2022 gun violence bill signed by President Biden, aimed to help schools hire psychologists and counselors.
- Conservative strategist Christopher Rufo claimed the funds advanced "left-wing racialism and discrimination" related to diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
- The Education Department confirmed the cuts and said it plans to re-envision mental health funding to better support students' behavioral health needs.
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