President Donald Trump vowed early in his second term to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education, declaring plans to dismantle it "as quickly as possible." Within months, significant restructuring began, with major budget cuts and policy shifts targeting federal education programs. Critics argue the move could weaken oversight of schools and student protections, while supporters see it as a step toward reducing bureaucratic control over local education systems. The push raises questions about the future of federal funding and accountability in K-12 and higher 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 ...
