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, the agency faced significant restructuring, with major budget cuts and policy shifts targeting its core functions. Critics warned the move could weaken federal oversight of schools, while supporters framed it as a step toward reducing bureaucratic control over local education systems. The push raised questions about the long-term impact on funding, accountability, and equity in public education nationwide.
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 ...
