Proposed Changes at the Education Department

This chapter examines significant proposed changes at the U.S. Department of Education, including staffing cuts and the implications of an executive order on diversity and inclusion programs. Experts discuss the challenges of modifying core functions established by Congress and the impact on funding for lower-income communities. The chapter also raises concerns about the involvement of an ad hoc group seeking to reduce government payrolls and the potential conflicts of interest underpinning these efforts.