All4Ed Flash
All4Ed Flash is All4Ed’s video-shorts podcast series on important developments in education policy brought to you by the All4Ed policy team. Watch the most recent episode below, or search our library for older episodes. Episodes are also available on our YouTube channel and as a podcast.
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All4Ed Flash: SNAP Saved, Schools Strained: Inside the Shutdown Deal
After the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, a bipartisan deal has finally reopened the federal government—at least through January 30, 2026. In this episode of the All4Ed Flash, Enrique Chaurand breaks down what’s in the agreement, including backpay for furloughed workers, restored jobs, continued SNAP benefits, and an upcoming vote on extending Obamacare tax credits. But while the shutdown is over, its impact on the U.S. Department of Education has been severe. Critical offices responsible for civil rights enforcement, special education oversight, federal education data, and the management of K–12 and higher education programs have been hollowed out. Investigations are stalled, oversight has weakened, and states and districts may face disruptions in key federal funding streams that millions of students rely on. We explore what this means for students, families, educators, and the long-term health of the education system—and why recovery must now be a national priority.
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