For second time, Trump seeks to eliminate federal funding for tribal colleges and universities - AP News
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President Trump is again seeking to eliminate federal funding for tribal colleges and universities.
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This proposed cut could severely impact educational opportunities and cultural preservation for Native American communities.
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President Trump is seeking to eliminate federal funding for tribal colleges and universities for the second time. This action would cut financial support to institutions vital for Native American communities. The proposed elimination of funding could severely impact the educational opportunities and cultural preservation efforts provided by these institutions. This marks a repeated attempt by the Trump administration to remove this specific federal allocation.
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