In a surprising turn of events, community colleges in California have withdrawn their support for legislative efforts that would allow them to offer more bachelor’s degrees. Initially backing the initiative, these institutions reversed their position following last-minute changes to the bills. The California Legislature recently passed measures aimed at expanding bachelor’s degree options within community colleges, but this late opposition raises questions about the future of these educational opportunities. Advocates had argued that the approval of these degrees could significantly benefit students, but the latest developments indicate a more complex landscape as community colleges lose their late fight over the bill they previously helped to draft.