Trump Administration Slashes Education Department Staff by Half in Major Overhaul
2025-03-12
The Washington Post
In a significant move towards reducing the federal government's role in education, the Education Department announced a major staff reduction of nearly half its workforce. This drastic cut is a key step towards President Donald Trump's goal of shrinking the federal education sector. Critics argue that this move will have far-reaching consequences on the quality of education in the US. The decision is expected to impact education policy and reform, with potential effects on student loans, education funding, and educational institutions. The Trump administration's education reforms are likely to be closely watched by educators and policymakers alike.