Federal pause of Job Corps centers over safety concerns affecting thousands
Job Corps centers are beginning to close following a federal pause. The shift has left students uncertain about their future.
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Job Corps Center's Sudden Closure Leaves Dozens Displaced
The Detroit Job Corps training center's unexpected closure has left dozens of students and staff scrambling to find new housing and job prospects. A mandatory meeting on Thursday, May 29, 2025, informed everyone that the center would be closing within 30 days. Students were seen carrying their belongings in garbage bags, a heartbreaking scene captured on video. "They gave us 30 days to leave with no support," said one distraught student. The video also shows staff members equally affected by the abrupt shutdown. The incident highlights the challenges faced by individuals relying on Job Corps programs for training and support. The sudden closure raises questions about accountability and the future support for these affected individuals.
