A newly released Senate report highlights how private student loan lenders might profit from cuts to federal student loan programs under President Trump’s OBBBA bill. Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden joined a group of lawmakers in uncovering how policy shifts could pave the way for increased private-sector gains.

Vermont’s strong legacy of welcoming refugees is in jeopardy as federal authorities terminate funding for thousands of humanitarian aid programs. One affected initiative, U.S.C.R.I. – Vermont, has played a vital role in resettling refugees and immigrants throughout the region. Now, local advocates fear what will happen next.

Public media across Illinois may soon face significant financial challenges, with over $5 million in federal funds at stake if a new measure passes the U.S. Senate.

As federal health grants shrink, memory cafés in communities like Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, are stepping up to support dementia patients and their caregivers. Rob Kennedy joined about a dozen others in a local community space, highlighting the growing importance of grassroots initiatives.

New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli warns that potential federal budget cuts could pose significant challenges to the state’s newly enacted $254 billion budget, emphasizing that “the stakes are high for New York if the cuts being discussed in Washington occur.”

Facing a substantial $500 million funding cut, U.S. Senator Patty Murray of Washington has accused the Trump administration of prioritizing Republican-led states over Democratic ones. House and Senate Democrats are uniting to challenge what they perceive as partisan bias in federal funding allocations.

Baylor College of Medicine has announced the elimination of over 100 staff positions across key departments in response to federal budget cuts. The layoffs affect roles in administration, research, clinical, and education, signaling significant impacts on the institution’s operations.

In a significant policy shift, the White House is requesting Congress to eliminate funding for National Public Radio (NPR), the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The proposed cuts could have profound impacts on public broadcasting and international aid programs.