Republicans largely back President Donald Trump’s push to scale back the Education Department, but some remain skeptical about specific elements of his proposed overhaul, including potential shifts in federal oversight and funding. Concerns have been raised over whether the changes could weaken protections for students or disrupt existing programs without clear alternatives. Lawmakers are weighing the balance between reducing bureaucracy and ensuring accountability in education policy. The debate highlights divisions within the party over how far to go in restructuring federal education initiatives.
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 ...
