US Department of Education ends waivers for illegal immigrant support in California and Oregon universities

The US Department of Education revoked waivers allowing California and Oregon universities to use federal TRIO program funds to support illegal immigrants under the P3 initiative. Originally designed for disadvantaged American youth, the program's focus shifted under Biden-era approvals. Acting Under Secretary James Bergeron emphasized redirecting taxpayer dollars to US citizens. Notices were sent to affected institutions, ending California's waiver (started 2022) and Oregon's (started 2023) ahead of schedule.