Trump's Threat to the US Department of Education: A Promise Kept? In a shocking move, the US Department of Education has been significantly downsized, with 40 employees let go in the early days of President Donald Trump's second term. This drastic reduction is a fulfillment of a promise made by Trump himself, who vowed to "shut down" the department "as quickly as possible." The move has left many wondering about the implications for education policy and the role of the federal government in shaping the nation's education system. As the department continues to undergo significant changes, questions remain about what this means for students, teachers, and the future of American education.
In the early days of President Donald Trump’s second term, he made a blunt promise about the US Department of Education: “We’re going to shut it down as quickly as possible.” In a matter of months, 40 ...
