Overview

• Hundreds of educators and supporters marched through downtown San Francisco on Saturday to protest the Trump administration's proposed cuts to federal education funding.
• State Superintendent Tony Thurmond emphasized the potential harm to California students from reduced federal education resources, including impacts on counseling and special education services.
• Protesters expressed concerns over the disproportionate harm these cuts could have on at-risk students, particularly those reliant on mental health and special education support.
• Teachers, parents, and students of diverse backgrounds joined the rallies, underscoring widespread support for preserving public education funding.
• California officials are exploring options to mitigate the estimated 8–15% budget reductions that districts may face if the federal cuts are implemented.