Dozens of colleges see financial aid turmoil impacting freshman class makeups

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This historic event became a significant moment in American political history, highlighting the growing tension between traditional political establishments and the emerging activist movements of the era.                                                                         Breaking Updates   Dozens of colleges see financial aid turmoil impacting freshman class makeups  The U.S. Department of Education is working to address issues with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process after a problematic overhaul led to decreased college enrollments. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona expressed confidence that households will be able to apply for federal financial aid by December 1, 2024, despite a two-month delay in the application’s launch for the 2025-26 academic year. This extension aims to address technical glitches and delays that have disrupted the college application process. Cardona has promised a simpler application experience moving forward, with improvements designed to make the process quicker and more efficient.  The complications from the FAFSA rollout have already impacted college enrollments, with many institutions reporting smaller freshman classes and reduced diversity. The Department of Education acknowledges these challenges and is committed to improving the process, emphasizing that the new December 1 deadline must be met. This delay also coincides with a presidential election, during which former President Trump has proposed dismantling the Education Department. Despite political pressures, Cardona remains focused on ensuring students have access to financial aid and improving the FAFSA system for future academic years.  [Read More Here]( RFK Jr. says he's suspending 2024 campaign, joins Donald Trump at Arizona rally  Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on Friday that he is suspending his presidential campaign and endorsing former President Donald Trump. At a Phoenix, Arizona event, Kennedy clarified that while he is suspending his campaign, he is not formally ending it. He stated that he will remain on the ballot in states where his candidacy would not act as a "spoiler," but will withdraw from battleground states. Following his announcement, Kennedy joined Trump on stage at a rally in Glendale, Arizona. Trump praised the endorsement and promised to form an independent commission to investigate the 1963 assassination of John F. Kennedy, releasing all relevant documents.  Kennedy's decision to support Trump stems from his longstanding commitment to addressing chronic illness in children. In his speech, Kennedy explained that with his presidential prospects dimming, aligning with Trump—who has shown interest in his cause—was the best option to advance his agenda. The Democratic National Committee responded dismissively, viewing Kennedy's endorsement as a boost to Trump that would not significantly impact his campaign. 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