Controversy over Department of Education's work study funding guidance
Attorneys general of 16 states warn Department of Education that work study funding guidance may violate federal law by allowing public agencies to use funds for political activities. They argue that taxpayer money should not support partisan activities.
Key Points
- Attorneys general express concern over Department of Education guidance on work study funding
- Guidance allows for civic engagement work that includes political activities
- Argument that taxpayer money should not be used to support partisan activities
Cons
- Potential violation of federal law by using work study funds for political activities
- Taxpayers funding partisan activities
- Lack of proper guardrails to prevent abuse of the program