Trump administration officials are set to roll back two of former first lady Michelle Obama’s signature programs this week, including an initiative aimed at regulating what foods schools could serve to children in cafeterias.
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue unveiled a set of changes to federal school lunch programs designed to “provide greater flexibility in nutrition requirements” during a visit Monday to a Virginia school.
The Peace Corps also plans to wind down an education program Obama had spearheaded for girls in poor countries. The “Let Girls Learn” program will cease to exist as a separate entity, although some of its functions could continue, CNN reported on Monday.
The moves come as the Trump administration looks to cut programs and initiatives it deems unnecessary and duplicative. Administration officials have also focused heavily on deregulation, including when it comes to education.
The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
