The 47th president’s move to end the bipartisan Digital Equity Act—a federal program providing internet access, devices, and digital literacy training to underserved communities—threatens to widen the digital divide, especially for rural residents, low-income families, seniors and veterans, despite its broad support and essential role in modern life.
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Head Start and other services for low-income families hit glitches after federal money freeze
The White House paused federal grants and loans on January 28, disrupting access to funds for early childhood education centers and states, causing widespread disruption to programs serving low-income families and children.