Religious HBCUs Will Now Have Equal Access To Federal Support

President Trump announced that HBCUs with religious affiliations will no longer face restrictions on federal funding for capital projects. This change follows a Justice Department opinion that previous laws discriminated based on religious character. Trump highlighted his administration's support for HBCUs, including lifting a ban on Pell grants for summer classes. The Thurgood Marshall College Fund expressed appreciation for these efforts. The initiative for faith-based HBCUs was moved from the Department of Education to the White House, emphasizing the administration's commitment to these institutions.

What significant change did President Trump announce regarding HBCUs with religious affiliations?

• They will receive more scholarships.

• They will no longer be restricted from federal funding for capital projects.

• They will have to pay higher taxes.

• They will be merged with other universities.

What was the basis of the Justice Department's opinion on the federal law affecting faith-based HBCUs?

• It unconstitutionally discriminated based on religious character.

• It was environmentally friendly.

• It was outdated and irrelevant.

• It was economically beneficial.

What action did President Trump take regarding Pell grants for HBCUs?

• He lifted a ban on Pell grants for summer classes.

• He restricted Pell grants to only science students.

• He increased the amount of Pell grants.

• He eliminated Pell grants entirely.

Which organization expressed appreciation for President Trump's support of HBCUs?

• National Education Association

• American Federation of Teachers

• United Negro College Fund

• Thurgood Marshall College Fund

Where was the initiative for faith-based HBCUs relocated to?

• The Department of Justice

• The Department of Education

• The White House

• The Senate