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 cuts to federal programs that could impact local schools and students. Concerns have been raised over whether the administration’s restructuring plans could weaken oversight of civil rights protections in education or disrupt funding for initiatives like vocational training and special education. Lawmakers from the party are weighing whether the benefits of downsizing the department outweigh the risks to key educational priorities, with debates centering on how much authority should shift to states. The divide highlights tensions between broader ideological goals and practical concerns about maintaining educational standards and equity.
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 ...
