Education Secretary Grilled Over Controversial Reforms: In a tense congressional hearing, the education secretary found herself under fire for a series of contentious policies that have left educators, students, and advocates for people with disabilities reeling. Critics are pushing back against the secretary's plans to shrink her agency, a move they argue will lead to a loss of critical support for schools and students. Additionally, lawmakers are questioning the secretary's decision to limit federal student loan borrowing, a move that could disproportionately impact low-income students. The hearing also touched on concerns about the oversight of education for students with disabilities, with many calling for greater accountability and support for these vulnerable students.
The education secretary faced questions about the shrinking of her agency, limits on federal student loan borrowing and oversight of the education of students with disabilities.
