Democratic Senators Criticize Education Department for 'Frontloading' Federal Grants

Democratic lawmakers, including Senators Patty Murray and Tammy Baldwin, have sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, accusing the department of 'frontloading' federal grants. They allege the department is intentionally limiting new grant awards and withholding approximately $630 million in appropriated resources for future budget periods, potentially jeopardizing significant FY2026 funds.