The Education Department has announced a freeze on substantial federal funds aimed at supporting school districts, teacher training, and resources for migrant students. States are grappling with the uncertainty of around $4.8 billion in K–12 funding that remains unreleased, particularly as the Trump administration has withheld an estimated $6.8 billion intended for schools nationwide, significantly impacting California. Concerns have been raised regarding the potential harm to programs for migrant students and English learners due to these funding cuts. Various states, including Oklahoma and regions in Central Washington, are facing an uphill battle as urgent funding for critical education programs is at risk. Declarations from the Trump administration indicate further cuts could occur, jeopardizing essential support for educational initiatives aimed at underserved communities.