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Detroit schools at risk of losing over $16 million as US federal education funds are withheld

Detroit Public Schools, heavily reliant on federal aid due to high poverty rates, face a significant setback with over $16 million in withheld federal education funding. This pause impacts crucial programs supporting teacher development, student enrichment, and mental health services. The funding freeze disproportionately affects Democratic districts in Michigan, exacerbating financial instability and creating uncertainty for the upcoming school year.