Education Secretary Linda McMahon faced intense scrutiny on Capitol Hill yesterday in her first appearance of the year, as lawmakers grilled her on two pressing issues: the protection of students' civil rights and the drastic cuts to federal education spending. McMahon, a former business executive and wrestling executive, has been at the helm of the Department of Education for several months, and her testimony came as concerns about student safety and access to education continue to mount. Lawmakers from both parties are expected to be particularly focused on the impact of federal spending cuts on vulnerable student populations, including those with disabilities and English language learners. As the country grapples with the ongoing pandemic and its effects on education, McMahon's testimony is set to shed light on the Biden administration's plans for supporting students and schools.
In her first appearance on Capitol Hill this year, lawmakers questioned Education Secretary Linda McMahon about students' civil rights and cuts to federal education spending.
