Trump slashes STEM funding, AI disrupts jobs: Are students toiling hard for degrees the job market no longer needs?

As artificial intelligence transforms the workforce and displaces entry-level tech roles, Donald Trump’s proposed 75% cut to federal STEM education funding raises urgent concerns. Once seen as secure, STEM degrees now face rising unemployment and waning relevance. With liberal arts gaining renewed value, the future of education demands a radical rethinking—one that prioritizes adaptability over specialization.

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