California officials and education advocates have criticized a Trump administration proposal to dismantle a key federal department, drawing sharp opposition from supporters of public education nationwide. The move, revealed Tuesday, would reshape how education programs are administered, raising concerns about reduced oversight and potential funding cuts. Critics argue the plan could weaken protections for vulnerable students and undermine long-standing federal support for schools. Supporters of the initiative have yet to outline specific details, leaving many questions about its broader impact on state and local education systems.
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 ...