Trump's Plan to Abolish the Education Department: What You Need to Know
2025-03-06
The Associated Press
The US Education Department is under threat as President Donald Trump proposes its dismantling, tasking new education chief Linda McMahon to 'put herself out of a job'. With McMahon's Senate confirmation, the future of the department hangs in the balance. The Education Department plays a crucial role in shaping the country's education policy, overseeing student loans, and enforcing civil rights laws. As the Trump administration moves forward with its plan, concerns arise about the impact on public education and education reform. Online learning and education technology may also be affected. The department's closure could have far-reaching consequences for American education.