Education Secretary says California risks federal funding cuts

U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon stated Tuesday that California is "at risk" of federal funding cuts, citing Title IX violations related to transgender athletes in women's sports. The timing and specific amounts of potential cuts were not specified. McMahon's comments followed reports of the Trump administration considering withholding federal funds from California universities and schools. The administration has previously threatened to cut funding due to the state's policy allowing transgender athletes to compete. California officials have defended their policy, and some legislators have criticized the potential cuts as politically motivated. The state is already facing cuts from other federal agencies, and the situation is subject to ongoing litigation.