Threats to Federal Funding for Schools with Diversity Programs

The Education Department warned of potential loss of funds for schools not following its interpretation of civil rights laws. Threats include withholding Title I funding from schools with diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Schools must comply with directive or risk losing federal funds.

Education Department Staff Cuts and Racial Disparities in Discipline Policies

The article discusses the Education Department's plan to cut half of its staff and the Parents Defending Education group urging the Trump administration to reverse Biden-era policies on racial disparities in discipline. The DOE and DOJ issued a guide in 2023 to address discrimination in K-12 student discipline.

Education Department Layoffs and Potential Closure

Education Secretary Linda McMahon announced mass layoffs at the Education Department as the first step towards shuttering the department, a goal of President Trump. The layoffs aim to eliminate bureaucratic bloat, but essential programs will not be affected. Congress approval is needed to completely eliminate the department.

Potential Closure of the Education Department

Education Secretary Linda McMahon confirmed mass layoffs as the first step toward shutting down the Education Department, a goal of President Trump. The department terminated almost half of its workforce, but key programs like student aid and civil rights investigations will not be affected.

Current Events in the United States

U.S. resumes Ukraine military aid and intelligence sharing, Education Department to cut nearly half of staff, House GOP spending plan to avert shutdown heads to the Senate.

Education Department Office Closures Due to Security Reasons

The Education Department is closing its offices in the Washington, D.C. metro area and beyond due to unspecified security reasons. Employees with approved telework agreements can work from home on Wednesday, with offices reopening on Thursday.

Trump administration's "war on woke" and Education Department policies

The Trump administration's "war on woke" continues with the launch of an online portal for reporting "divisive ideologies" in schools. The Education Department is terminating employees and shifting focus to align with Trump's political priorities, such as banning transgender athletes from women's sports.

Draft of Trump Executive Order Aims to Eliminate Education Department

President Trump is expected to issue an executive order aiming to eliminate the Education Department, directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to facilitate its closure.

Linda McMahon Confirmed as Secretary of Education

Linda McMahon, former head of the U.S. Small Business Administration and WWE, confirmed as Secretary of Education by the Republican-led Senate. Faces opposition due to limited education background. Promises to reorient the Department of Education and prioritize teachers over bureaucrats. Public does not support dismantling the Education Department.

President Trump's diplomatic efforts and Linda McMahon's confirmation hearing

President Trump to meet with Indian Prime Minister Modi and make separate calls to Putin and Zelenskyy to start peace talks. Linda McMahon faces confirmation hearing to lead Education Department.

President of American Federation of Teachers criticizes move to eliminate Education Department

President of the American Federation of Teachers Randi Weingarten criticizes President Trump's move to eliminate the Education Department, citing legal concerns and privacy risks. The Education Department has key functions in distributing funds and ensuring they are used appropriately. Weingarten argues for federal policies to support vocational training and create more American jobs.

White House executive order to eliminate Education Department and U.S.-China trade tensions

White House prepares executive order to eliminate the Education Department, leading to concerns over worsening U.S.-China relations with additional tariffs and export restrictions.

White House executive order to eliminate the Education Department and US-China trade war escalation

White House is preparing an executive order to eliminate the Education Department. US and China are edging closer to a trade war with China announcing retaliatory tariffs on American goods.

White House Executive Order to Eliminate Education Department

The White House is preparing an executive order to eliminate the Education Department.

Trump Administration's Potential Cuts to the U.S. Department of Education

The Trump administration is considering significant cuts to the U.S. Department of Education, including executive action to close department programs not protected by law. However, the Education Department cannot be closed through executive action alone as it was established by Congress in 1979. While some cuts may be possible, major changes would require an act of Congress.

Education Department employees placed on leave in Trump administration's anti-DEI efforts

Dozens of Education Department employees placed on administrative leave as part of Trump administration's efforts to end diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in federal workforce. Employees on leave with full pay and benefits, not related to disciplinary measures.

Handling of Antisemitism in Public Schools

Leaders of three large public school systems will testify before Congress about handling incidents of antisemitism on their campuses amid previous inquiries into pro-Palestinian protests on campuses. The hearing will focus on K-12 schools' responses to harassment of students based on shared ancestry.

Antisemitism Awareness Act and Pro-Palestinian Protests

The House is set to vote on the Antisemitism Awareness Act, which would mandate the Education Department adopt the IHRA's definition of antisemitism. There is disagreement among lawmakers on the bill's effectiveness and intentions.