Why outrage is erupting over Trump plan to exclude nursing from 'professional' designation
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- A coalition of nursing and health-care organizations is expressing strong opposition to a plan by the Trump administration that would exclude nursing from the 'professional' designation, which would limit access to student loans for nursing programs. This proposal has sparked significant outrage among stakeholders in the healthcare sector.
- The exclusion of nursing from the professional designation is critical as it could severely restrict financial support for nursing education, potentially leading to a decrease in the number of qualified nurses entering the workforce at a time when healthcare demands are high.
- This development reflects broader concerns regarding the Trump administration's ongoing efforts to dismantle the Education Department and implement restrictive loan policies, which critics argue may undermine the future of healthcare professions by limiting educational opportunities for aspiring nurses and physicians.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System



