Trump Administration Cuts Half of US Education Department Workforce

The move is part of President Trump's broader plan to dismantle the Department of Education and transfer control to individual states.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon announced the termination of nearly 1,315 employees, reducing the department's workforce by approximately 50%.
An additional 600 employees accepted early retirement offers in recent weeks, further contributing to the staff reduction.
President Trump has long criticized the Department of Education, calling it a 'fraud' and advocating for its complete dissolution to decentralize education policy.
The administration claims the cuts will improve efficiency and reallocate resources to students, parents, and teachers, though critics argue the changes jeopardize critical programs for vulnerable populations.
The department's closure would require congressional approval, which is unlikely, leading Trump to pursue alternative measures to weaken the agency's operations.