>>Trump DOE Cuts Millions In COVID Funding To VA Schools
(Hampton Roads, VA) -- The Trump administration's decision to cancel millions of dollars in previously extended federal COVID-19 relief funding for schools will disproportionately impact school systems in the Hampton Roads region. Thomas Cage with more...Preview: WRAP SCRIPT:
[sound off top]Preview: Chad Stewart with the Virginia Education Association speaking to 13NewsNow.
The move affects schools across the state, with Hampton Roads facing the largest financial impact of over $11 million in expected funding loss. Portsmouth Public Schools will be hit the hardest, losing more than $7.5 million, while Chesapeake Public Schools will lose over $3 million.Preview: School officials are calling for the Department of Education to reverse the decision and provide the promised funding.