A top Trump administration official has argued that the federal government shutdown highlights the Department of Education’s limited role, while the White House now proposes shifting major education functions to state and local authorities. The move comes amid broader efforts to reduce federal oversight in K-12 and higher education policy. Critics and advocates warn the changes could reshape funding and accountability structures for schools nationwide. Details on which programs will be affected and how states would assume responsibility remain under review.
Days after U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon said the government shutdown proved how unnecessary the Department of Education is, the Trump administration announced plans to transition key ...
