The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Board opposes a federal program to give donor funds to its students
Podcast:The Ray Stevens Show Published On: Thu Apr 09 2026 Description: Mailee Smith from the Illinois Policy Institute joins The Ray Stevens Show to discusses a resolution from the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Board against a federal program to grant up to $1 billion in donor funds to CPS students for educational needs. She additionally details the opposition's arguments, citing political motivations, and the potential impact of these funds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.