Trump Moves to Dissolve the Department of Education via Executive Order
President Trump plans to direct Education Secretary Linda McMahon to dissolve the Department of Education, shifting oversight back to states.
Overview
President Trump is set to issue an executive order to dissolve the Department of Education, instructing Secretary Linda McMahon to facilitate the closure. The draft order emphasizes shifting control of education back to states and criticizes federal oversight as ineffective. This move, however, requires congressional approval, which may be challenging given the opposition from Democrats. Critics warn that dismantling the department could jeopardize vital funding and programs for vulnerable students. The proposed closure has reignited debates about the federal role in education and its implications for public schools nationwide.
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Analysis
- President Trump is planning to issue an executive order aimed at closing the Department of Education, citing failures in federal educational control and advocating for shifting authority back to state governments.
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No, President Trump cannot dissolve the Department of Education solely through an executive order. The department was created by Congress, and its dissolution requires congressional action.
Dissolving the Department of Education could jeopardize vital funding and programs for vulnerable students, including those with disabilities and those benefiting from federal financial aid like Pell grants.
It is unlikely that Congress will approve the dissolution of the Department of Education, as it would require significant bipartisan support, including at least seven Democratic votes in the Senate to overcome a filibuster[2].
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