The U.S. Department of Education has announced the end of funding for grant programs aimed at minority-serving institutions, which has been met with widespread backlash. The Trump administration declared these grants unconstitutional, leading to a significant $350 million reduction in financial support for colleges that serve predominantly Hispanic and Latino student populations. Critics warn that these cuts could jeopardize the future of Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) and negatively impact access to education for Latino students. Recent lawsuits challenge the legality of these grants, with the Department of Justice supporting efforts to dismantle federal funding programs for HSIs. Local college leaders are uniting to advocate for the preservation of federal education funding, emphasizing the detrimental effects on workforce development and education equity.