A former president’s push to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education gained early momentum in his second term, with officials quickly moving to eliminate programs and streamline federal oversight. Within months of the pledge, nearly half of the department’s grant programs were targeted for elimination, raising questions about the long-term impact on education funding and accountability. Critics warned the changes could shift power to states while leaving vulnerable students without critical support. Supporters argued the move would reduce bureaucratic red tape and return control to local communities.
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 ...
