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Mr. Trump took his first steps to try to dismantle the Education Department, where he and his aides froze funds and either fired or reassigned staff members without congressional approval.
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Mr. Trump took steps to dismantle the Education Department freezing funds and reassigning staff.
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Created
February 20, 2026 at 1:49 AM (3 months ago)
Last Updated
February 20, 2026 at 1:49 AM (3 months ago)

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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/17/us/politics/trump-congress-budget-cuts.html

President Trump's attempts to drastically cut the federal budget were largely rejected by Congress. Lawmakers preserved funding for many programs, including education, health, and research. The article analyzes the political dynamics and implications of these budget battles.

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