Trump signs order expanding funding for school choice programs

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at expanding educational freedom and school choice for families, directing federal agencies to prioritize and facilitate such initiatives. The order mandates the Department of Education to issue guidance on how states can utilize federal funds to support K-12 educational choice, including private and faith-based options. Additionally, it seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds for curricula perceived as promoting 'gender ideology,' raising concerns about limitations on discussions of race and equity in education. During the same week, a rally in Wisconsin highlighted parental support for school choice, contrasting with opposition from educators who argue it undermines public school funding. Trump's initiatives build on existing state-level legislation promoting school choice, reflecting a broader push from conservative groups for educational reform. The implementation of these orders will require ongoing collaboration between various federal departments and state education systems.