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Trump is changing student loan forgiveness rules – barring some public workers from getting relief, but resuming it for others

The Trump administration has tried to upend many facets of American life, and many facets of higher education are no exception.

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Donald Trump’s Education Secretary blasted by a new lawsuit over ‘unlawful’ student loan forgiveness delays

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The art of resistance

The rise of resistance to Trump takes root in rural America

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Judge blocks DOGE from accessing sensitive information at US agencies

A federal judge has temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency from accessing people’s private data at the Education Department, the Treasury Department and the Office of Personnel Management

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A teacher’s union calls for Larry Fink’s BlackRock and other CEOs to check on Tesla as the stock sinks ‘faster than a Cybertruck in quicksand’

The American Federation of Teachers, with $4 trillion managed for retirees and others, wants asset-management CEOs to do their homework on the EV maker’s valuation.

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'DOGE' to have its day — in court - Roll Call

President Donald Trump's new "Department of Government Efficiency" came under legal attack within minutes of its official creation Monday.

Roll Call

Tim Walz’s candidacy for vice president underscores the political power of teachers

On July 25, 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to the American Federation of Teachers – the first labor union she addressed after announcing her candidacy for president.

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Every Outfit Kamala Harris Has Worn on the Campaign Trail (So Far)

Here's every major look she's worn on the campaign trail so far.

Marie Claire

Biden and Harris to visit Houston this week to pay respects to Sheila Jackson Lee

Biden will travel to Houston on Monday and Harris will attend a Celebration of Life Service on Thursday. The trip will mark Harris’ third visit to Texas in the past month.

The Texas Tribune

Obama Endorsement Adds Momentum To Harris White House Bid

Former US president Barack Obama endorsed his fellow Democrat Kamala Harris' bid for the White House on Friday, delivering a major boost to her campaign to defeat Donald Trump in November's presidential election.

International Business Times

Texas teachers stand behind Kamala Harris after years of feeling targeted, neglected by Republicans

At a gathering for teachers in Houston, educators saw Harris as a potential ally at a time when conservatives push for changes in Texas classrooms.

The Texas Tribune

Kamala Harris comes out swinging against Trump’s attacks on ‘freedom’ in speech to teacher’s union

The vice president’s invocation of ‘freedom’ echoes her campaign’s first ad released earlier on Thursday

The Independent UK

Vice President Harris Praises President Biden's Leadership In Address

Vice President Harris praises President Biden's leadership and unity message at AFT convention, emphasizing collaboration for educational initiatives.

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Vice President Harris To Deliver Keynote Speech At AFT Convention

Vice President Harris set to address AFT convention, highlighting the intersection of politics and labor activism.

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Watch: Kamala Harris addresses teachers after landmark first union endorsement

Watch as Kamala Harris delivered the keynote speech at the American Federation of Teachers’ 88th national convention in Houston, Texas, on Thursday (25 July).

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Vice President Kamala Harris To Meet Israeli Prime Minister

Vice President Kamala Harris engages in education discourse and diplomatic talks, emphasizing her influential role in shaping policies domestically and int...

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Vice President Harris To Speak At AFT Convention In Houston

Vice President Kamala Harris to deliver keynote speech at AFT convention in Houston, addressing key education issues and supporting teachers.

The Independent UK

Bill and Hillary Clinton lead Dems endorsing Kamala (but Obama makes no mention of her in his statement)

Notably absent from the list of those quick to back Harris was Barack Obama, who did not mention her in a lengthy statement commending Joe Biden’s ‘remarkable career and character’

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Republican Convention Puts Spotlight on Wisconsin GOP’s Anti-Union Agenda

State Republicans devastated unions, but union electoral power remains crucial to defeating Donald Trump.

The Independent UK

Moms for Liberty and the ‘parental rights’ agenda flopped in this week’s elections

Voters rejected school board candidates using ‘manufactured’ culture wars to win elections

Zenger

J Street Adds Controversial Union Leader To Board, Drawing Criticism

Randi Weingarten's appointment to J Street's board raises concerns over her handling of COVID-19 school closures

Tribune News Service

State Rep. Julie Johnson launches campaign to replace Colin Allred in Congress

State Rep. Julie Johnson on Tuesday officially launched her campaign to replace Colin Allred in Congress, joining a crowded field in what’s expected to be one of North Texas’ marquee contests.

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DeSantis accused of favoring insurance-industry donors at residents’ expense

Florida governor has ‘lavished the industry with favors and benefits while everyday Floridians suffer’, key report says

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Teachers Union Head Says Critical Race Theory Bans Are a Front for School Privatization

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten says GOP has an “intentional strategy” to sow distrust of public schools.

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