While most funding for education originates from state and local sources, the federal government contributes about 13% through this department. Critics accuse Trump of using this plan as a political maneuver rather than addressing fundamental educational issues. Trump's initiative has sparked a flurry of responses, especially from teachers’ unions and education advocates, who worry it could harm disadvantaged students and lead to significant cuts in educational services nationwide. With a history of attempts to abolish the department dating back to the 1980s, it remains a contentious topic. The executive order poses a tough question: can Trump truly dismantle the department effectively or is it just a part of a larger debate on education reform?
Trump Moves to Dismantle Education Department: A Bold Executive Order
Trump Moves to Dismantle Education Department: A Bold Executive Order
President Trump embarks on a radical plan to eliminate the US Department of Education, facing off against challenges that could shape the country’s education system.
In a surprising move, President Trump has signed an executive order aiming to dismantle the US Department of Education, a long-held aim of some conservative groups. At a press event surrounded by students at the White House, Trump criticized the department for "breath-taking failures" and called for funds to be returned to the states. However, the shutdown of the department may require legislation, facing a potentially uphill battle in Congress with a slim Republican majority.
