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McMahon Calls for Improving Efficiency and Civilizing Discourse
The education secretary’s comments at two different policy summits shine a light on the department’s latest priorities, but the recent death of Charlie Kirk loomed large.
Texas A&M President Steps Down Under Pressure
Mark Welsh resigned Thursday after state lawmakers accused the university of pushing “leftist DEI and transgender indoctrination” on his watch.
Texas Governor Targets Students Who Allegedly Mocked Kirk’s Death
Republican Greg Abbott called online for Texas State to expel a student. He says it did, raising further alarm from higher ed observers about the conservative crackdown on people denigrating the slain activist.
NEH Says $10.4M Grant Will Help Combat Antisemitism
The National Endowment for the Humanities has awarded a nonprofit focused on the study of Jewish culture $10.4 million to...
McMahon Denounces ‘Vocal Fringe’ in Academia Who ‘Celebrate’ Kirk’s Slaying
Education Secretary Linda McMahon released an extended video statement Wednesday on X regarding the shooting of conservative figurehead Charlie Kirk...
In Support of UC System, Coalition of Ed Unions Sues Trump Administration
A coalition of California education unions and faculty associations is suing the Trump administration to challenge what they say is...
After Kirk’s Death, Some Conservatives Blame Higher Ed for Political Violence
The president and his allies are accusing the “radical left” of “terrorism,” blaming unnamed organizations. Some conservatives are condemning universities.
Trump Proposes $1.2B Settlement Fee to UCLA
The Trump administration is looking to fine the University of California, Los Angeles, $1.2 billion for the institution’s alleged practices...