"Power Play: Trump Administration Shifts Control of Education Department In a move that has sparked debate among education officials and advocates, the Trump administration has announced a series of interagency agreements aimed at decentralizing power within the Department of Education. According to sources, the agreements will transfer control of key programs and offices from a select few to other federal agencies, potentially altering the department's decision-making process and policy priorities. The shift is seen as a significant change in the department's organizational structure, with some critics warning that it could undermine the education secretary's authority and create confusion among educators and students. As the education system continues to grapple with issues like student loan debt and school funding, the implications of this power shift are likely to be far-reaching and contentious."


The Trump administration announced Tuesday that the Department of Education signed a series of interagency agreements to shift power from a handful of its offices and programs to other federal ...