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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — President Donald Trump has signed an executive order banning the teaching of critical race theory (CRT) in K-12 schools, a move his administration says is aimed at refocusing American education on fundamental subjects such as math and reading. Schools that continue CRT-related lessons risk losing federal aid.“The president believes American education should focus on cultivating patriotic citizens who are ready for the workforce,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said.The executive order follows the release of the latest National Assessment of Educational Progress, which showed reading scores declining and math scores stagnating nationwide in 2024. The White House argues that classroom time should be dedicated to core subjects rather than discussions on race and systemic inequality.