Trump seeks to cut hundreds of millions in teacher training

The Trump administration has filed a new complaint with the Supreme Court, seeking approval to cut hundreds of millions of dollars in teacher training, the Associated Press reported, quoted by BTA.

A federal judge in Boston has temporarily blocked the budget cuts after finding that they have begun to affect training programs aimed at addressing teacher shortages across the country. A federal appeals court in Boston rejected the administration's request to allow the cuts to resume.

U.S. District Judge Myung-Joon issued a temporary restraining order requested by eight Democratic-led states. They argue that the budget cuts are likely driven by the Republican presidential administration's drive to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

Trump signed an executive order to close the Department of Education, and his administration has begun to reorganize much of the department's work, including terminating dozens of contracts it dismissed as "woke" and financially unprofitable.

Along with education, the Trump administration plans to end financial support for GAVI, an organization that helps buy vaccines for children in developing countries. The United States also plans to reduce its efforts to fight malaria, according to a document reported by the "New York Times" and which was reviewed by Reuters.

The administration will continue to provide grants to purchase HIV and tuberculosis drugs and provide food aid to countries affected by civil wars and natural disasters.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services did not respond to requests for comment.