President Donald Trump made headlines Wednesday by signing two executive orders tied to education and antisemitism, delivering on pledges he made during his campaign.

The first order focuses on school choice, a long-standing priority for Trump. It directs multiple federal agencies to help families use taxpayer dollars for private schooling. For example, the Department of Education will guide scholarship programs for grade school students, while the Department of Defense will outline how military families can allocate funds for their kids' education. This move could energize conservative efforts to expand school choice nationwide.

However, critics argue that redirecting public money to private schools could harm underfunded public schools, especially in poorer areas. Teachers’ unions and education advocates worry this could deepen inequities and undermine public education systems.

The second order takes aim at what the White House calls “radical indoctrination” in schools. It requires agencies to cut funding for K-12 programs that promote what it labels discriminatory ideologies, such as “gender ideology.” The order also emphasizes protecting parental rights in education.

In a separate action, Trump signed an order to combat antisemitism on college campuses. It calls for government agencies to review policies and identify resources to address antisemitic incidents, particularly those linked to protests following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel. The order also proposes canceling student visas for individuals deemed “Hamas sympathizers.”

These actions align with Trump’s broader “America First” agenda, which has targeted diversity and inclusion programs since he took office. While supporters see these moves as a win for conservative values, critics question their potential impact on education equity and campus freedoms.

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