Education Department Bars 'Dreamers' From Emergency Student Aid

The video discusses the $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief package, which includes over $6 billion for colleges to aid students affected by campus closures. However, the Department of Education's guidance restricts these funds to students eligible for federal financial aid, excluding undocumented students and DREAMers. Critics argue the legislation did not specify eligibility, and schools were initially told they had discretion in fund distribution. The Education Department defends its stance, stating the funds should be directed to US citizens.

What is the total amount allocated for colleges in the coronavirus relief package?

• $2.2 billion

• $6 billion

• $2.2 trillion

• $6 trillion

Who is ineligible for the emergency assistance according to the new guidance?

• Students with federal financial aid

• Graduate students

• International students

• Undocumented students, including DREAMers

What did critics say about the virus-related relief legislation?

• It was only for US citizens

• It clearly defined eligible students

• It was too generous

• It did not specify which students could receive the grants

What did Education Secretary Betsy DeVos mention in her letter regarding the emergency assistance?

• Schools have significant discretion in awarding funds

• Schools have no discretion in awarding funds

• Funds are only for international students

• Funds should be equally distributed

What is the Education Department's stance on the relief fund's target group?

• It should be targeted to US citizens

• It should be for international students

• It should be for undocumented students

• It should be for all students