A former president’s push to dismantle the US Department of Education gained unexpected momentum in his second term, with officials reportedly moving swiftly to eliminate the agency. Internal documents suggest plans were advanced to dissolve the department, potentially reshaping federal education policy. Critics argue such a move could weaken oversight of schools and student aid programs nationwide. The proposal remains controversial amid debates over government role in 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 ...
