India, Aug. 7 -- The Trump administration on Thursday proposed sweeping changes to the Head Start program, aiming to eliminate many of the federal rules that have shaped the early childhood education initiative for decades. Officials say the reforms will give local providers more flexibility and reduce costs, while critics argue they could weaken one of America's largest anti-poverty programs for children.

The proposal, released by the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), will remain open for public comments for 60 days before it can be finalized. However, legal challenges could delay its implementation.

Trump Administration Plans to Reduce Federal Oversight

The Department of Health and Human Services, which oversees the f...