California state officials and education advocates have criticized a Trump administration proposal to dismantle a key federal department, drawing support from similar opposition nationwide. The move, revealed Tuesday, targets an agency central to education policy and funding, raising concerns among educators and policymakers about potential disruptions to school programs. Critics argue the plan could weaken oversight and resources for public education systems at a time when schools face ongoing challenges. Supporters of the initiative have not yet detailed how the restructuring would function or its expected impact on state-level education efforts.


California state officials and some education advocates joined others around the country in condemning a plan announced Tuesday by the Trump administration to disassemble the U.S. Department of ...