A bold vow to dismantle the US Department of Education was made early in President Donald Trump’s second term, with plans to eliminate the agency "as quickly as possible." Officials later revealed that nearly 40 federal programs—ranging from student aid to civil rights enforcement—were under review for consolidation or termination. The proposal sparked immediate debate over its potential impact on education funding, oversight, and millions of students and families reliant on federal support. Critics warned of systemic risks, while supporters framed it as a move toward streamlined governance.
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 ...
