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Trump Advances Efforts to Dismantle Education Department and Reshape Federal Oversight

President Trump pushes executive actions targeting the U.S. Department of Education, raising questions about legality and potential impacts on students and federal programs.

U.S. President Donald Trump looks on on the day he signs executive orders in the Oval Office, at the White House on March 6, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
The US Department of Education is seen on March 6, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Donald Trump has said he wants his new education chief, Linda McMahon, to "put herself out of a job" and close the Education Department.
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Overview

  • President Trump plans to sign an executive order aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a long-standing conservative goal, though legal experts argue such action requires congressional approval.
  • The administration proposes transferring federal student loan programs to other agencies like the Treasury or Commerce Department, creating uncertainty for borrowers and federal oversight mechanisms.
  • The Department of Education oversees critical functions, including financial aid distribution, civil rights protections, and support for students with disabilities, which would require reassignment if the department is closed.
  • Trump's education policies align with Project 2025, a conservative blueprint advocating for privatizing student loans and scaling back federal involvement in education funding and oversight.
  • Critics warn that these moves could disrupt financial aid systems, reduce protections for vulnerable students, and increase reliance on private lenders, potentially affecting affordability and access to education.