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Wrestling with the Education Department

Today, Explained

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Education Under Trump: McMahon's Appointment and Priorities

This chapter explores the role of the Department of Education and the implications of Linda McMahon's appointment as Secretary of Education. It highlights her background, close ties to Donald Trump, and the influence of his education priorities, including the push for school choice and the shift of funding from public to private education. The chapter also addresses the challenges of confirming a new Secretary of Education amid a polarized political climate and concerns over civil rights in education.

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