Republicans largely back President Donald Trump’s push to reduce the federal Education Department’s role, but some remain skeptical about specific elements of his proposed overhaul, including potential cuts to programs they view as essential. Concerns have been raised over whether the administration’s restructuring could weaken protections for vulnerable students or disrupt existing funding mechanisms. Lawmakers from the party are weighing whether the benefits of downsizing the agency outweigh the risks to education initiatives they prioritize. The debate highlights divisions within the GOP on balancing fiscal conservatism with maintaining educational support systems.
Republicans generally supportive of President Donald Trump’s goal of dismantling the Education Department still have their doubts about key parts of his plans for the agency, with one GOP lawmaker ...
