A former president’s push to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education gained momentum early in his second term, with a direct vow to eliminate the agency swiftly. Officials later revealed plans to consolidate its functions into other federal departments, sparking debate over the potential impact on education policy and funding. The proposal faced immediate scrutiny from lawmakers and advocacy groups concerned about decentralizing oversight of schools and student aid programs. Details on how such a restructuring might unfold—including which agencies would absorb its responsibilities—remain under discussion.
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 ...
