The US Senate confirmed Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education in a 51-45 vote, placing her at the helm of a department facing potential dissolution under the Trump administration. While advocating school choice and vocational training, her stance on DEI rollbacks and transgender rights has sparked controversy. Her leadership signals a defining moment for federal education policy.
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President-elect Donald Trump's promise to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education has ignited debate among policymakers and educators. Advocates argue for decentralization to boost literacy rates, while critics fear the loss of federal funding, civil rights protections, and crucial educational data collection would harm students.