Trump to order plan to shut down US Education Department

The Background of the Trump Administration’s Education Agenda

The Trump administration has long been critical of the U.S. Education Department, viewing it as an overreaching and bureaucratic entity that stifles innovation and local control.

The Department’s budget has been reduced by 20% since 2018. The Office for Civil Rights, which is responsible for enforcing federal civil rights laws, has seen deep cuts.

The Role of Federal Funding in Higher Education

Federal funding plays a significant role in supporting higher education institutions, particularly in the United States.

Further details on this topic will be provided shortly.

The AP’s education coverage is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Walton Family Foundation, and the National Education Association.

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