Trump Administration Pushes to Dismantle U.S. Department of Education

Education Secretary Linda McMahon outlines a controversial plan to downsize the agency, citing a mandate to return education oversight to states.

Linda McMahon, newly confirmed as Education Secretary, shared a memo describing the department's 'final mission' to reduce federal involvement in education.
President Trump has long advocated for eliminating the Department of Education, framing the move as a way to restore state and local control over schools.
Key functions of the department, including federal student aid and civil rights enforcement, could be reassigned to other agencies, but this would require congressional approval.
The administration has already implemented significant budget cuts, layoffs, and program terminations, signaling an effort to weaken the department's operations.
Critics warn that dismantling the department could disrupt financial aid, reduce support for underserved students, and weaken oversight of civil rights in education.