Potential Closure of the Department of Education

SOURCE www.npr.org
President Trump is expected to issue an executive action calling on Education Secretary Linda McMahon to facilitate the closure of the Department of Education, citing lack of improvement in student achievement. McMahon, who was confirmed by the Senate, is tasked with unwinding the department's responsibilities in a manner that Senator's could agree with.

Key Points

  • President Trump expected to issue executive action for closure
  • McMahon confirmed as Education Secretary, tasked with unwinding department's responsibilities
  • Department of Education spent $1 trillion with limited improvement in student achievement
  • Federal funding makes up around 10% of public schools' funding

Pros

  • Efforts to improve efficiency in government
  • Addressing concerns about education system effectiveness

Cons

  • Potential impact on vulnerable student populations
  • Uncertainty regarding enforcement of federal civil rights laws