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Senators press education secretary on proposed elimination of TRIO and GEAR UP funding
Summary
Multiple senators objected to the administration's FY26 proposal to end federal TRIO and GEAR UP funding, questioned the department's ability to audit program effectiveness, and sought commitments to preserve successful local programs while improving accountability.
Senators on the appropriations subcommittee pushed Secretary McMahon to explain why the administration's FY26 budget proposes ending dedicated funding for the TRIO and GEAR UP college‑access programs, and whether the department will support audits or accountability measures if Congress continues funding.
Senator Collins said she had personal experience with TRIO and called it effective for first‑generation and low‑income students, asking, “Could you explain why the administration has decided that…
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