Students With Hearing and Vision Loss Get Funding Back Despite Trump’s Anti-DEI Campaign

The U.S. Department of Education has restored funding for students with both hearing and vision loss after initially cutting it a month prior. Instead of directly reinstating funds to four national network programs aiding deafblind students, the department rerouted grants through the National Center on Deafblindness. The Trump administration had targeted these programs as part of its campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. While funding has been restored for one year, program leaders expressed concern over future financial stability, with some services like parent retreats being canceled due to uncertainty. Programs were mid-way through a five-year grant expected to last until September 2028 before the funding was initially cut.

Explore how the topics in this article connect to other news stories