Policy · 10/9/2026
Hochul Brings New York Into Trump’s School Choice Program
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is opting her state into the Trump administration’s school choice program.
Why it matters
The decision brings New York into a Trump administration education initiative that remains controversial.
- ★Governor Kathy Hochul is opting New York into the program.
- ★The school choice program is a Trump administration initiative.
- ★The decision was announced in a statement released Friday.