Governor Hochul has moved New York to participate in a federal school choice initiative championed by former President Trump, expanding access to private school tuition assistance for eligible families. The program, which has drawn criticism for its divisive political origins, allows participating states to direct federal funds toward scholarships for students in non-public schools. Critics argue the initiative undermines public education funding, while supporters frame it as a tool for parental choice in education. The decision places New York among states navigating the program’s controversial rollout amid ongoing debates over its long-term impact.
Hochul opts New York into Trump’s divisive school choice program Crain's New York
