Republicans who back President Donald Trump’s push to shrink the Education Department remain skeptical about specific elements of his proposed overhaul, signaling potential internal divisions in the party over how far to go in restructuring federal education policy. While the broader goal of reducing the department’s role aligns with conservative priorities, lawmakers are questioning whether certain aspects of the plan could undermine accountability or leave critical programs vulnerable. The debate highlights tensions between ideological goals and practical concerns about maintaining oversight in education funding and standards. Critics argue that without careful implementation, the changes could weaken protections for students and schools.
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 ...
