Federal investigations into civil rights violations related to antisemitism have expanded beyond universities to K-12 school systems, such as Baltimore City Public Schools, prompting scrutiny of discriminatory incidents including inadequate responses to bullying and offensive symbolism. The Education Department is also addressing complaints backlog concerning student loans, highlighting operational pressures. Meanwhile, proposals to change Pell Grant eligibility and funding aim to expand aid access but also introduce new complexities for institutions. These developments illustrate increasing federal engagement in enforcing equity, compliance, and financial oversight across education sectors.