Trump Nominates Linda McMahon as Education Secretary, Prompting Concerns Over Qualifications

The former WWE CEO and Small Business Administration head faces scrutiny over her lack of education experience and controversial past as she awaits Senate confirmation.

Linda McMahon, known for her tenure as WWE CEO and former head of the Small Business Administration, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as Secretary of Education.
McMahon's limited experience in education policy, including a brief stint on the Connecticut Board of Education and a misleading claim of holding an education degree, has raised concerns among critics.
Her nomination aligns with Trump's Project 2025 agenda, which includes expanding school choice, increasing parental rights, and potentially dismantling the Department of Education.
McMahon has faced allegations related to her leadership at WWE, including lawsuits claiming the company enabled sexual abuse, which could complicate her Senate confirmation process.
If confirmed, McMahon would oversee federal education funding, Title IX guidance, and policies affecting Pell Grants, but her ability to enact sweeping changes may be limited by state and local control.