The Trump administration announced Friday it will release over $6 billion in previously withheld grants for schools, supporting programs like adult literacy, English language instruction, and after-school activities, the Education Department confirmed.

The funds, frozen on July 1 for a review to align with White House priorities, sparked lawsuits and bipartisan outcry from educators and Congress members. The money, appropriated by Congress in a bill signed by President Trump this year, supports critical educational services. Last week, $1.3 billion was released for after-school and summer programs, preventing closures at organizations like the YMCA and Boys and Girls Club.

Pressure mounted after 10 Republican senators, including Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), urged the administration to distribute the remaining funds. Capito emphasized the programs’ bipartisan support, highlighting their role in enabling parents to work while children learn and helping adults gain skills that boost local economies.

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The Office of Management and Budget, which initially withheld the funds citing concerns over a “radical leftwing agenda,” completed its review. The Education Department said the money will begin flowing to states next week. AASA, the superintendents’ association, expressed gratitude to Congress for advocating the release, noting the funds are vital to sustaining academic services.

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