Trump opposes plan to build new FBI headquarters in Greenbelt
In November 2023, President Joe Biden’s administration chose Greenbelt as the location for the new FBI headquarters.
Maryland federal judge orders Trump administration to reinstate fired federal employees
James Bredar wrote in his ruling that the Trump administration was unlawful in laying off probationary federal employees without giving proper notice.
UMD international students prepare for uncertainty after Trump’s executive orders
International students at this university have expressed concerns about how recent policies may affect their ability to stay in the United States.
U.S. education department to cut workforce in half
The U.S. Department of Education will put about half of its 4,100-person workforce on administrative leave beginning March 21.
UMD community members detail fear, anxiety after Trump’s immigration enforcement orders
In recent weeks, Trump has signed multiple executive orders to strengthen immigration enforcement and promised mass deportations nationwide.
Maryland expected to lose more than 28,000 federal jobs due to Trump administration
The state’s revenues board predicted Thursday that cuts to the federal workforce would lead to $280 million in tax revenue losses by the 2026 fiscal year.
UMD community members brace for impacts of Trump orders on LGBTQ+ community
Some of Trump's orders called for restricting access to gender-affirming health care and eliminating of federal diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
UMD alum sworn in as interim Maryland U.S. attorney
Kelly O. Hayes is the third woman to lead Maryland’s U.S. attorney’s office and is the first woman to hold the top role since 2001.
Trump’s plans to weaken education department could hurt higher education, experts warn
The education department primarily supports public education through financial aid programs, research funding and student loans.
UMD leaders, students hope to continue DEI efforts despite Trump administration threats
The Trump administration threatened to revoke federal funding for schools and universities if they do not eliminate diversity initiatives within two weeks.