A former president’s push to dismantle the US Department of Education gained momentum early in his second term, with a direct vow to eliminate the agency swiftly. Officials and advocates quickly raised concerns over the potential impact on federal education funding, student aid programs, and oversight of public schools. The proposal sparked debate over whether such a move would streamline governance or leave critical educational resources in disarray. With key policies and budgets at stake, the plan drew sharp reactions from both supporters and critics.
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 ...
