A major shake-up is underway at the US Department of Education, as the Trump administration has announced plans to relocate two key offices: special education programs and the civil rights office. This move marks the most aggressive step yet by the administration to dismantle the agency and is likely to have far-reaching implications for millions of students with disabilities and those who have historically faced discrimination in education. Critics are warning that the shift could undermine the rights of vulnerable students and create a power vacuum that could be exploited by states and local governments. As the Education Department grapples with this significant overhaul, questions are being raised about the motivations behind the move and what it means for the future of education in America.
Special education programs and the civil rights office will be moved out of the Education Department, the most aggressive move yet by the Trump administration to dismantle the agency.
