Jay-Z Faces Backlash for Supporting Controversial School Voucher Program in Pennsylvania

Roc Nation's campaign promotes scholarships for low-income students to attend private schools, sparking debate over public education funding.

The Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS) proposes scholarships up to $15,000 for students in low-performing schools.
Critics argue the program diverts essential funds from public schools and benefits private institutions.
Jay-Z's involvement has drawn criticism from education experts and public school advocates.
The initiative is backed by conservative lawmakers and billionaire Jeff Yass.
Governor Josh Shapiro's support for vouchers has intensified the budget debate in Pennsylvania.