Globalization
New Federal Actions Pose Risks for English Learner Students
English language learner (EL) policies in K-12 are at risk following recent federal actions. Trump declared English as the official language, the U.S. Department of Education withheld funds and eliminated a legal guidance letter for EL accommodations. Trump’s proposed budget would eliminate Title III funds entirely. This puts approximately 5 million EL students in U.S. public schools at risk, whose situation and access to funds are compromised, affecting their academic performance and schools’ ability to support them adequately.
November 18, 2025